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801-849 & 881-885 EAST GUN HILL ROAD BRONX, NEW YORK

Remedial Action Work Plan

NYC VCP Number: 12CVCP065X

Prepared for: Rudy Fuertes

Fuertes Gunhill Road, LLC 1221 Fteley Avenue

Bronx, New York 10472

Prepared by: Hydro Tech Environmental, Corp.

15 Ocean Avenue, 2nd Floor Brooklyn, New York 11225

718-636-0800

August 2012

Generic RAWP Template: June 21, 2011

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REMEDIAL ACTION WORK PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................................................... 2

FIGURES .................................................................................................................................. 5

APPENDICES .......................................................................................................................... 5

LIST OF ACRONYMS ............................................................................................................ 6

CERTIFICATION .................................................................................................................... 8

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ...................................................................................................... 9

Community Protection Statement ...................................................................................... 13

1.0 SITE BACKGROUND............................................................................................... 18

1.1 Site Location and Current Usage ............................................................................ 18

1.2 Proposed Redevelopment Plan ............................................................................... 18

1.3 Description of Surrounding Property ...................................................................... 19

1.4 Remedial Investigation ........................................................................................... 20

2.0 REMEDIAL ACTION OBJECTIVES ....................................................................... 23

Groundwater ..................................................................................................................... 23

Soil .................................................................................................................................... 23

Soil Vapor ......................................................................................................................... 23

3.0 REMEDIAL ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS ............................................................ 24

3.1 Threshold Criteria .................................................................................................... 25

3.2 Balancing Criteria .................................................................................................... 26

4.0 REMEDIAL ACTION ............................................................................................... 33

4.1 Summary of Preferred Remedial Action ................................................................. 33

4.2 Soil Cleanup Objectives and soil/Fill management ................................................ 35

Estimated Soil/Fill Removal Quantities ............................................................................ 36

End-Point Sampling .......................................................................................................... 36

Quality Assurance/Quality Control ................................................................................... 38

Import and Reuse of Soils ................................................................................................. 38

4.3 Engineering Controls .............................................................................................. 38


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Composite Cover System .................................................................................................. 38

Vapor Barrier .......................................................................................................... 39

Indoor Positive Pressure System .............................. Error! Bookmark not defined.

4.4 Institutional Controls .............................................................................................. 39

4.5 Site Management Plan ............................................................................................ 41

4.6 Qualitative Human Health Exposure Assessment .................................................. 41

5.0 REMEDIAL ACTION MANAGEMENT ................................................................. 45

5.1 Project Organization and oversight ......................................................................... 45

5.2 Site Security ............................................................................................................ 45

5.3 Work Hours ............................................................................................................. 45

5.4 Construction Health and Safety Plan ...................................................................... 45

5.5 Community Air Monitoring Plan ............................................................................ 46

VOC Monitoring, Response Levels, and Actions ............................................................. 47

Particulate Monitoring, Response Levels, and Actions .................................................... 48

5.6 Agency Approvals .................................................................................................. 48

5.7 Site Preparation ....................................................................................................... 49

Pre-Construction Meeting ................................................................................................. 49

Mobilization ...................................................................................................................... 49

Utility Marker Layouts, Easement Layouts ...................................................................... 49

Equipment and Material Staging ...................................................................................... 50

Stabilized Construction Entrance ...................................................................................... 50

Truck Inspection Station ................................................................................................... 50

5.8 Traffic Control ........................................................................................................ 50

5.9 Demobilization ........................................................................................................ 51

5.10 Reporting and Record Keeping ............................................................................... 51

Daily Reports .................................................................................................................... 51

Record Keeping and Photo-Documentation ..................................................................... 52

5.11 Complaint Management .......................................................................................... 52

5.12 Deviations from the Remedial Action Work Plan .................................................. 52

5.13 Data usability sUmmary report ............................................................................... 53

6.0 REMEDIAL ACTION REPORT ............................................................................... 54


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7.0 SCHEDULE ............................................................................................................... 56

Appendix 1 Citizen Participation Plan .................................................................................... 57

Appendix 2 Sustainability statement ...................................................................................... 62

Appendix 3 Soil/Materials Management Plan ........................................................................ 65

1.1 Soil Screening Methods .......................................................................................... 65

1.2 Stockpile Methods .................................................................................................. 65

1.3 Characterization of Excavated Materials ................................................................ 65

1.4 Materials Excavation, Load-Out and Departure ..................................................... 66

1.5 Off-Site Materials Transport ................................................................................... 66

1.6 Materials Disposal Off-Site .................................................................................... 67

1.7 Materials Reuse On-Site ......................................................................................... 68

1.8 Demarcation ............................................................................................................ 69

1.9 import of Backfill Soil from Off-Site Sources ........................................................ 69

Source Screening and Testing ........................................................................................... 70

1.10 Fluids Management ................................................................................................. 71

1.11 Storm-water Pollution Prevention........................................................................... 71

1.12 Contingency Plan .................................................................................................... 72

1.13 Odor, Dust and Nuisance Control ........................................................................... 72

Appendix 4 Health and Safety Plan ........................................................................................ 74

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FIGURES

• Figure-1: Site Location Map

• Figure-2: Site Boundary Map

• Figure-3: Layout of Proposed Site Development

APPENDICES

• Appendix-1: Citizen Participation Plan

• Appendix-2: Sustainability Statement

• Appendix-3: Soils/Materials Management Plan

• Appendix-4: Health and Safety Plan


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LIST OF ACRONYMS

Acronym Definition

AOC Area of Concern

AS/SVE Air Sparging/Soil Vapor Extraction

BOA Brownfield Opportunity Area

CAMP Community Air Monitoring Plan

C/D Construction/Demolition

COC Certificate of Completion

CQAP Construction Quality Assurance Plan

CSOP Contractors Site Operation Plan

DCR Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions

ECs/ICs Engineering and Institutional Controls

HASP Health and Safety Plan

IRM Interim Remedial Measure

BCA Brownfield Cleanup Agreement

MNA Monitored Natural Attenuation

NOC Notice of Completion

NYC VCP New York City Voluntary Cleanup Program

NYC DEP New York City Department of Environmental Protection

NYC DOHMH New York State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

NYCRR New York Codes Rules and Regulations

NYC OER New York City Office of Environmental Remediation

NYS DEC New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

NYS DEC DER New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Division of Environmental Remediation

NYS DOH New York State Department of Health

NYS DOT New York State Department of Transportation

ORC Oxygen-Release Compound

OSHA United States Occupational Health and Safety Administration


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PE Professional Engineer

PID Photo Ionization Detector

QEP Qualified Environmental Professional

QHHEA Qualitative Human Health Exposure Assessment

RAOs Remedial Action Objectives

RAR Remedial Action Report

RAWP Remedial Action Work Plan or Plan

RCA Recycled Concrete Aggregate

RD Remedial Design

RI Remedial Investigation

RMZ Residual Management Zone

SCOs Soil Cleanup Objectives

SCG Standards, Criteria and Guidance

SMP Site Management Plan

SPDES State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System

SVOC Semi-Volatile Organic Compound

USGS United States Geological Survey

UST Underground Storage Tank

VOC Volatile Organic Compound

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CERTIFICATION

I, Shaik A. Saad, am a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of New York. I have primary direct

responsibility for implementation of the remedial action for the 801-849 & 881-885 East Gun Hill Road Site, (NYC

VCPVCP Site No. 12CVCP065X).

I, Mark E. Robbins, am a Qualified Environmental Professional as defined in §43-140. I have primary direct

responsibility for implementation of the remedial action for the 801-849 & 881-885 East Gun Hill Road Site, (NYC

VCPVCP Site No. 12CVCP065X).

I certify that this Remedial Action Work Plan (RAWP) has a plan for handling, transport and disposal of soil,

fill, fluids and other materials removed from the property in accordance with applicable City, State and Federal laws

and regulations. Importation of all soil, fill and other material from off-Site will be in accordance with all applicable

City, State and Federal laws and requirements. This RAWP has provisions to control nuisances during the

remediation and all invasive work, including dust and odor suppression.

Name

NYS PE License Number Signature

Date

QEP Name

QEP Signature

Date

PE Stamp


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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Fuertes Gunhill Road, LLC has enrolled in the New York City Voluntary Cleanup Program

(NYC VCP) to investigate and remediate a 39,000-square foot site located at 801-849 & 881-885

East Gun Hill Road in Bronx, New York. A remedial investigation (RI) was performed to

compile and evaluate data and information necessary to develop this Remedial Action Work Plan

(RAWP). The remedial action described in this document provides for the protection of public

health and the environment consistent with the intended property use, complies with applicable

environmental standards, criteria and guidance and conforms to applicable laws and regulations.

Site Location and Current Usage

The Site is located at 801-849 & 881-885 East Gunhill Road in the Williamsbridge section in

Bronx, New York and is identified as Block 4670 and Lots 2 and 5 on the New York City Tax

Map. Figure 1 shows the Site location. Site is 39,000-square feet and is bounded by multi-story

residential buildings to the north, East Gunhill Road to the south, Bronxwood Avenue to the east,

and Barnes Avenue to the west. A map of the site boundary is shown in Figure 2. Block 4670,

Lot 5 will be further described as Site A and Block 4670, Lot 2 will be further described as Site

B. Currently, the Site A contains one 1-story brick commercial building with a full basement

which is approximately 15,469 sq ft in area. An asphalt parking lot is located on the eastern

portion of Site A. The existing basement depth is approximately 9 feet below grade surface. The

building is in poor condition and is partially demolished. Site B contains a 1-story commercial

building with no basement which is approximately 2,926 sq ft in area. The building is located on

the southern portion of the Site and is occupied by two restaurants and a vacant coffee shop. The

remaining portions of the Site consist of asphalt parking.

Summary of Proposed Redevelopment Plan

The proposed future use of the Site will consist of a 1-story commercial building with a

cellar and a parking lot.

The building will be built to the property lines on Gun Hill Road, which is the main façade,

and on Barnes Avenue, which is the left side façade. The rear façade will also be built to the

property line. The east side (right side façade) of the building will be approximately 145 feet


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away from Bronxwood Avenue. The main tenant will be a supermarket and will occupy 22,019

sq ft on the ground floor. There will also be two smaller commercial tenants on the ground floor.

The cellar will be approximately 23,432 sq ft and will also be used by the supermarket. The

proposed building will occupy 24,145 sq ft of the Site. The remainder of the Site will be

designed as new parking lot for the supermarket and landscaped area open to the sky. The

building footings will require excavation to a depth of approximately 12 feet below grade. A new

elevator pit will require excavation of approximately another 5 feet to 17 feet below grade. The

parking lot will be on both Site A and Site B. Any required back filling will be done with

compacted fill of required bearing capacity. Layout of the proposed site development is

presented in Figure 3.

The current zoning designation is “C1-2” commercial overlay and “R6”. The proposed use

is consistent with existing zoning for the property.

The remedial action contemplated under this RAWP may be implemented independently of

the proposed redevelopment plan.

Summary of the Remedy

The proposed remedial action achieves protection of public health and the environment for

the intended use of the property. The proposed remedial action achieves all of the remedial

action objectives established for the project and addresses applicable standards, criterion, and

guidance; is effective in both the short-term and long-term and reduces mobility, toxicity and

volume of contaminants; is cost effective and implementable; and uses standards methods that

are well established in the industry.

The proposed remedial action will consist of:

1. Preparation of a Community Protection Statement and implementation of a Citizen

Participation Plan.

2. Perform a Community Air Monitoring Program for particulates and volatile organic

carbon compounds.

3. Establish Track 4 Soil Cleanup Objectives (SCOs).


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4. Site mobilization involving Site security setup, equipment mobilization, utility mark outs

and marking & staking excavation areas.

5. Implementation of storm-water pollution prevention measures in compliance with

applicable laws and regulations.

6. Excavation and removal of soil/fill exceeding SCOs. In addition, soil will be removed to

a depth of 12 feet beneath the proposed building area for development purposes.

7. Removal of underground storage tanks and closure of petroleum spills, if any are

identified, in compliance with applicable local, State and Federal laws and regulations.

8. Collection and analysis of end-point samples to determine the performance of the

remedy with respect to attainment of SCOs.

9. Appropriate segregation of excavated media onsite. Screening of excavated soil/fill

during intrusive work for indications of contamination by visual means, odor, and

monitoring with a PID.

10. Transportation and off-Site disposal of all soil/fill material at permitted facilities in

accordance with applicable laws and regulations for handling, transport, and disposal,

and this plan. Sampling and analysis of excavated media as required by disposal

facilities.

11. Import of materials to be used for backfill and cover in compliance with this plan and in

accordance with applicable laws and regulations

12. Construction of an engineered composite cover over the entire surface area of the

property to prevent human exposure to residual soil/fill remaining under the Site;

13. Installation of a vapor barrier system beneath the building slab and a positive pressure

HVAC in the basement level to provide protection from soil vapor intrusion.

14. Demarcation of residual soil/fill.


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15. Performance of all activities required for the remedial action, including permitting

requirements and pretreatment requirements, in compliance with applicable laws and

regulations.

16. Submission of an RAR that describes the remedial activities, certifies that the remedial

requirements have been achieved, defines the Site boundaries, and describes all

Engineering and Institutional Controls to be implemented at the Site, and lists any

changes from this RAWP.

17. Submission of an approved Site Management Plan (SMP) in the RAR for long-term

management of residual contamination, including plans for operation, maintenance,

monitoring, inspection and certification of Engineering and Institutional Controls and

reporting at a specified frequency.

18. Recording of a Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions that includes a listing of

Engineering Controls and a requirement that management of these controls must be in

compliance with an approved SMP; and Institutional Controls including prohibition of

the following: (1) vegetable gardening and farming; (2) use of groundwater without

treatment rendering it safe for the intended use; (3) disturbance of residual contaminated

material unless it is conducted in accordance with the SMP; and (4) higher level of land

usage without OER-approval.


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COMMUNITY PROTECTION STATEMENT

The Office of Environmental Remediation created the New York City Voluntary Cleanup

Program (NYC VCP) to provide governmental oversight for the cleanup of contaminated

property in NYC. This Remedial Action Work Plan (“cleanup plan”) describes the findings of

prior environmental studies that show the location of contamination at the site, and describes the

plans to clean up the site to protect public health and the environment.

This cleanup plan provides a very high level of protection for neighboring communities.

This cleanup plan also includes many other elements that address common community concerns,

such as community air monitoring, odor, dust and noise controls, hours of operation, good

housekeeping and cleanliness, truck management and routing, and opportunities for community

participation. The purpose of this Community Protection Statement is to explain these

community protection measures in non-technical language to simplify community review.

Remedial Investigation and Cleanup Plan. Under the NYC VCP, a thorough cleanup

study of this property (called a remedial investigation) has been performed to identify past

property usage, to sample and test soils, groundwater and soil vapor, and identify contaminant

sources present on the property. The cleanup plan has been designed to address all contaminant

sources that have been identified during the study of this property.

Identification of Sensitive Land Uses. Prior to selecting a cleanup, the neighborhood was

evaluated to identify sensitive land uses nearby, such as schools, day care facilities, hospitals and

residential areas. The cleanup program was then tailored to address the special conditions of this

community.

Qualitative Human Health Exposure Assessment. An important part of the cleanup

planning for the Site is the performance of a study to find all of the ways that people might come

in contact with contaminants at the Site now or in the future. This study is called a Qualitative

Human Health Exposure Assessment (QHHEA). A QHHEA was performed for this project.

This assessment has considered all known contamination at the Site and evaluated the potential

for people to come in contact with this contamination. All identified public exposures will be

addressed under this cleanup plan.


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Health and Safety Plan. This cleanup plan includes a Health and Safety Plan that is

designed to protect community residents and on-Site workers. The elements of this plan are in

compliance with safety requirements of the United States Occupational Safety and Health

Administration. This plan includes many protective elements including those discussed below.

Site Safety Coordinator. This project has a designated Site safety coordinator to

implement the Health and Safety Plan. The safety coordinator maintains an emergency contact

sheet and protocol for management of emergencies. The Site safety coordinator is Ezgi Karayel

and can be reached at 718-636-0800.

Worker Training. Workers participating in cleanup of contaminated material on this

project are required to be trained in a 40-hour hazardous waste operators training course and to

take annual refresher training. This pertains to workers performing specific tasks including

removing contaminated material and installing cleanup systems in contaminated areas.

Community Air Monitoring Plan. Community air monitoring will be performed during

this cleanup project to ensure that the community is properly protected from contaminants, dust

and odors. Air samples will be tested in accordance with a detailed plan called the Community

Air Monitoring Plan or CAMP. Results will be regularly reported to the NYC Office of

Environmental Remediation. This cleanup plan also has a plan to address any unforeseen

problems that might occur during the cleanup (called a ‘Contingency Plan’).

Odor, Dust and Noise Control. This cleanup plan includes actions for odor and dust

control. These actions are designed to prevent off-Site odor and dust nuisances and include steps

to be taken if nuisances are detected. Generally, dust is managed by application of physical

covers and by water sprays. Odors are controlled by limiting the area of open excavations,

physical covers, spray foams and by a series of other actions (called operational measures). The

project is also required to comply with NYC noise control standards. If you observe problems in

these areas, please contact the onsite Project Manager Ezgi Karayel at 718-636-0800 or NYC

Office of Environmental Remediation Project Manager Zach Schreiber at 212-788-3056.

Quality Assurance. This cleanup plan requires that evidence be provided to illustrate that

all cleanup work required under the plan has been completed properly.


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This evidence will be summarized in the final report, called the Remedial Action Report. This

report will be submitted to the NYC Office of Environmental Remediation and will be

thoroughly reviewed.

Storm-Water Management. To limit the potential for soil erosion and discharge, this

cleanup plan has provisions for storm-water management. The main elements of the storm water

management include physical barriers such as tarp covers and erosion fencing, and a program for

frequent inspection.

Hours of Operation. The hours for operation of cleanup will comply with the NYC

Department of Buildings construction code requirements or according to specific variances

issued by that agency. For this cleanup project, the hours of operation are 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Monday through Friday.

Signage. While the cleanup is in progress, a placard will be prominently posted at the main

entrance of the property with a laminated project Fact Sheet that states that the project is in the

NYC Brownfield Cleanup Program, provides project contact names and numbers, and locations

of project documents can be viewed.

Complaint Management. The contractor performing this cleanup is required to address all

complaints. If you have any complaints, you can call the facility Project Manager Ezgi Karayel

at 718-636-0800, the NYC Office of Environmental Remediation Project Manager Zach

Schreiber at 212-788-3056, or call 311 and mention the Site is in the NYC Voluntary Cleanup

Program.

Utility Mark-outs. To promote safety during excavation in this cleanup, the contractor is

required to first identify all utilities and must perform all excavation and construction work in

compliance with NYC Department of Buildings regulations.

Soil and Liquid Disposal. All soil and liquid material removed from the Site as part of the

cleanup will be transported and disposed of in accordance with all applicable City, State and

Federal regulations and required permits will be obtained.

Soil Chemical Testing and Screening. All excavations will be supervised by a trained and

properly qualified environmental professional.


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In addition to extensive sampling and chemical testing of soils on the Site, excavated soil will be

screened continuously using hand-held instruments, by sight, and by smell to ensure proper

material handling and management, and community protection.

Stockpile Management. Soil stockpiles will be kept covered with tarps to prevent dust,

odors and erosion. Stockpiles will be frequently inspected. Damaged tarp covers will be

promptly replaced. Stockpiles will be protected with silt fences. Hay bales will be used, as

needed to protect storm water catch basins and other discharge points.

Trucks and Covers. Loaded trucks leaving the Site will be covered in compliance with

applicable laws and regulations to prevent dust and odor. Trucks will be properly recorded in

logs and records and placarded in compliance with applicable City, State and Federal laws,

including those of the New York State Department of Transportation. If loads contain wet

material that can leak, truck liners will be used. All transport of materials will be performed by

licensed truckers and in compliance with all laws and regulations.

Imported Material. All fill materials proposed to be brought onto the Site will comply

with rules outlined in this cleanup plan and will be inspected and approved by a qualified worker

located on-Site. Waste materials will not be brought onto the Site. Trucks entering the Site with

imported clean materials will be covered in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Equipment Decontamination. All equipment used for cleanup work will be inspected and

washed, if needed, before it leaves the Site. Trucks will be cleaned at a truck inspection station

on the property before leaving the Site.

Housekeeping. Locations where trucks enter or leave the Site will be inspected every day

and cleaned regularly to ensure that they are free of dirt and other materials from the Site.

Truck Routing. Truck routes have been selected to: (a) limit transport through residential

areas and past sensitive nearby properties; (b) maximize use of city-mapped truck routes; (c)

limit total distance to major highways; (d) promote safety in entry to highways; (e) promote

overall safety in trucking; and (f) minimize off-Site line-ups (queuing) of trucks entering the

property. Operators of loaded trucks leaving the Site will be instructed not to stop or idle in the

local neighborhood.


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Final Report. The results of all cleanup work will be fully documented in a final report

(called a Remedial Action Report) that will be available for you to review in the public document

repositories located at New York Public Library – Allerton Library located at 2740 Barnes

Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467.

Long-Term Site Management. To provide long-term protection after the cleanup is

complete, the property owner will be required to comply with an ongoing Site Management Plan

that calls for continued inspection of protective controls, such as Site covers. The Site

Management Plan is evaluated and approved by the NYC Office of Environmental Remediation.

Requirements that the property owner must comply with are defined in the property’s deed. A

certification of continued protectiveness of the cleanup will be required from time to time to

show that the approved cleanup is still effective.


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REMEDIAL ACTION WORK PLAN

1.0 SITE BACKGROUND

Fuertes Gunhill Road, LLC has enrolled in the New York City Voluntary Cleanup Program

(NYC VCP) to investigate and remediate a property located at 801-849 & 881-885 East Gun Hill

Road in the Williamsbridge section of Bronx, New York (the Site). A Remedial Investigation

(RI) was performed to compile and evaluate data and information necessary to develop this

Remedial Action Work Plan (RAWP) in a manner that will render the Site protective of public

health and the environment consistent with the contemplated end use. This RAWP establishes

remedial action objectives, provides remedial alternatives analysis that includes consideration of

a permanent cleanup, and provides a description of the selected remedial action. The remedial

action described in this document provides for the protection of public health and the

environment, complies with applicable environmental standards, criteria and guidance and


1.1 SITE LOCATION AND CURRENT USAGE

The Site is located at 801-849 & 881-885 East Gunhill Road in the Williamsbridge section in

Bronx, New York and is identified as Block 4670 and Lots 2 and 5 on the New York City Tax

Map. Figure 1 shows the Site location. Site is 39,000-square feet and is bounded by multi-story

residential buildings to the north, East Gunhill Road to the south, Bronxwood Avenue to the east,

and Barnes Avenue to the west. A map of the site boundary is shown in Figure 2. Block 4670,

Lot 5 will be further described as Site A and Block 4670, Lot 2 will be further described as Site

B. Currently, the Site A contains one 1-story brick commercial building with a full basement

which is approximately 15,469 sq ft in area. An asphalt parking lot is located on the eastern

portion of Site A. The existing basement depth is approximately 9 feet below grade surface. The

building is in poor condition and is partially demolished. Site B contains a 1-story commercial

building with no basement which is approximately 2,926 sq ft in area. The building is located on

the southern portion of the Site and is occupied by two restaurants and a vacant coffee shop. The

remaining portions of the Site consist of asphalt parking.


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1.2 PROPOSED REDEVELOPMENT PLAN

The proposed future use of the Site will consist of a 1-story commercial building with a

cellar and adjoining parking lot.

The building will be built to the property lines on Gun Hill Road, which is the main façade,

and on Barnes Avenue, which is the left side façade. The rear façade will also be built to the

property line. The east side of the building will be approximately 145 feet away from

Bronxwood Avenue. The main tenant will be a supermarket and will occupy 22,019 sq ft on the

ground floor. There will also be two smaller commercial tenants on the ground floor. The cellar

will be approximately 23,432 sq ft and will also be used by the supermarket. The proposed

building will occupy 24,145 sq ft of the Site. The remainder of the Site will be designed as new

parking lot for the supermarket and landscaped area open to the sky. The building footings will

require excavation to a depth of approximately 12 feet below grade. A new elevator pit will

require excavation of approximately another 5 feet to 17 feet below grade. Any required back

filling will be done with compacted fill of required bearing capacity. Layout of the proposed site

development is presented in Figure 3.

The current zoning designation is “C1-2” commercial overlay and “R6”. The proposed use

is consistent with existing zoning for the property.

The remedial action contemplated under this RAWP may be implemented independently of

the proposed redevelopment plan.

1.3 DESCRIPTION OF SURROUNDING PROPERTY

The Site is located in a commercial and residential neighborhood.

Within 500-foot radius of the Site, there is a variety of land uses including: commercial and

residential (multi-story residential apartments). Properties located within ¼ mile radius of the

Site are zoned R5, R5D and R7A Figure 2 shows the surrounding land usage.

Sensitive Receptors

Within 500-foot radius of the Site, two (2) environmentally sensitive receptors are present.

Both of these environmentally sensitive areas are public locations - schools.


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Figure 2 shows the surrounding land usage.

1.4 REMEDIAL INVESTIGATION

A remedial investigation was performed and the results are documented in a companion

document called “Remedial Investigation Report 801-849 & 881-885 East Gun Hill Road”, dated

May 2012 (RIR).

Past Uses of Site and Areas of Concern

Based upon the review of the Fire Insurance Maps and Regulatory Agency documents from

the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) Reports prepared by Hydro Tech

Environmental, Corp. for Site A (December 2011) and Site B (February 2012), a Site history was

established. It appears that Site A was developed prior to between 1918 and 1935 with single

story structures. The current building was constructed during 1967. A dry cleaner formerly

occupied the Site from approximately 1990 until 2005. It also appears that Site B was developed

prior to between 1978 and 1981 with a single story structure. Site B has been occupied by

various business owners between 1983 and 2005.

The AOCs identified for this site include:

1. Urban fill.

2. Historical use as dry cleaner.

Summary of the Work Performed under the Remedial Investigation

1. Conducted a Site inspection to identify AOCs and physical obstructions (i.e.

structures, buildings, etc.);

2. Installed sixteen (16) soil borings across the entire project Site, and collected twenty-

two (22) soil samples for chemical analysis from the soil borings to evaluate soil

quality;

3. Installed eight (8) groundwater monitoring wells throughout the Site to establish

groundwater flow and collected eight (8) groundwater samples for chemical analysis

to evaluate groundwater quality;


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4. Installed fifteen (15) soil vapor probes around Site perimeter and collected twelve

(12) samples for chemical analysis.

Summary of Environmental Findings

1. Elevation of the property ranges from 89 to 92 feet.

2. Depth to groundwater ranges from 9.17 to 14.21 feet at the Site.

3. Groundwater flow is generally from east to west beneath the Site.

4. Depth to bedrock is approximately 15 feet at the Site.

5. The stratigraphy of the site, from the surface down, consists of 2 feet of fill material

underlain by 7 feet of medium coarse sand with pebbles, 2 feet of clay and 2 feet of

gravel and sand.

6. Shallow Soil/fill samples collected during the RI indicated no PCBs at concentrations

exceeding their respective SCOs. One pesticide, specifically 4, 4’-DDT (maximum of

6.02 ppb) was identified in one of the shallow soil samples above Track 1 SCOs, but

below Track 2 Restricted Commercial SCOs. Low levels of eleven (11) VOCs, including

1,2,4-trimethylbenzene, 2-butanone, acetone, chloroform, ethyl benzene, methylene

chloride, methyl ethyl ketone, o-xylene, p-&m-xylenes, toluene and xylenes (total) were

detected in the shallow soil samples, and of these only acetone (maximum of 100 ppb)

exceeded Track 1 in three of the soil samples. In deeper soils, only acetone and

methylene chloride were detected slightly above Track 1 SCOs. Both acetone and

methylene chloride are suspect laboratory contaminants. In deeper soils, only acetone

was detected above Track-1 SCOs. No TCE or PCE were detected in soil on the property.

Seven (7) Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) SVOCs were identified above their

Track 1 SCOs in the shallow soil, and of these only one SVOC; benzo (a) pyrene

exceeded its respective Track 2 Restricted Commercial SCOs in three shallow soil

samples. No exceedances of Track 1 SCOs for PAHs were identified in deeper soils.

Seven (7) metals were identified in shallow soil samples above their respective Track 1

SCOs, and of these only copper (maximum of 800 ppm) also exceeded Track 2 Restricted

Commercial SCOs. For deeper soils, five (5) metals were identified above their


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respective Track 1 SCOs but none of these metals exceeded their respective Track 2

SCOs. The levels of PAHs and metals are consistent with observations of historic fill.

Overall, soil chemistry is not remarkable and no contaminant source areas were

identified.

7. Groundwater samples collected during this RI showed one pesticide (dieldrin) in one of

the groundwater samples and exceeded Part 703.5 Class GA groundwater quality

standards (GQS). One (1) SVOC (bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate) was identified at

concentrations exceeding its respective GQS in two of the groundwater samples. No

VOCs were detected above GQSs. Acetone, chloroform, naphthalene, PCE and TCE

were identified at low levels in groundwater and below GQS. One dissolved metal,

magnesium, was identified above GQS. Overall, groundwater chemistry is not

remarkable, and no contaminant source areas were identified on the property.

8. Soil vapor samples collected during the RI showed numerous VOCs detected. A variety

of petroleum compounds were identified at generally low to moderate concentrations

(generally below 60 ug/m3). MTBE concentrations exhibited maximum concentrations of

510 ug/m3. TCE was identified above the State DOH matrix monitor level (maximum of

24 ug/m3). PCE is elevated in several samples with maximum concentration of 520

ug/m3. These concentrations will require mitigation in the remedial action phase.

9. No exceedances of Track 1 SCOs for PAHs were identified in deeper soils.

For more detailed results, consult the RIR. Based on an evaluation of the data and

information from the RIR and this RAWP, disposal of significant amounts of hazardous waste is

not suspected at this site.


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2.0 REMEDIAL ACTION OBJECTIVES

Based on the results of the RI, the following Remedial Action Objectives (RAOs) have been

identified for this Site:

Groundwater

• Prevent direct exposure to contaminated groundwater.

• Prevent exposure to contaminants volatilizing from contaminated groundwater.

Soil

• Prevent direct contact with contaminated soil.

• Prevent exposure to contaminants volatilizing from contaminated soil.

• Prevent migration of contaminants that would result in groundwater or surface

water contamination.

Soil Vapor

• Prevent exposure to contaminants in soil vapor.

• Prevent migration of soil vapor into dwelling and other occupied structures.


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3.0 REMEDIAL ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS

The goal of the remedy selection process is to select a remedy that is protective of human

health and the environment taking into consideration the current, intended and reasonably

anticipated future use of the property. The remedy selection process begins by establishing

RAOs for media in which chemical constituents were found in exceedance of applicable

standards, criteria and guidance values (SCGs). A remedy is then developed based on the

following nine criteria:

• Protection of human health and the environment;

• Compliance with SCGs;

• Short-term effectiveness and impacts;

• Long-term effectiveness and permanence;

• Reduction of toxicity, mobility, or volume of contaminated material;

• Implementability;

• Cost effectiveness;

• Community Acceptance; and

• Land use.

The following is a detailed description of the alternatives analysis and remedy selection to

address impacted media at the Site. As required, a minimum of two remedial alternatives are

considered in this alternatives analysis for the site. Alternative 1 is Track 1 alternatives that

involve establishment of Track 1 soil cleanup objectives (SCOs) and complete removal of all soil

and fill material that exceeds the unrestricted Track 1 SCOs. Alternative 2 is Track 4 alternative

that involves establishment of Track 4 SCOs and removal of the soil and fill material that exceed

Track 4 SCOs. These Alternatives are:

• Alternative 1 involves

o Achievement of Track 1 Unrestricted Use SCOs. Removal of soils exceeding

Track 1 SCOs throughout the site and confirmation with post-excavation endpoint

sampling.


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o No engineering or institutional controls can be utilized in a Track 1 cleanup.

• Alternative 2 involves

o Establishment of Track 4 SCOs and removal of all soils exceeding Track 4 SCOs;

o Placement of a soil vapor barrier beneath the building slab and along foundation

side walls and a positive pressure HVAC in the basement level to prevent

intrusion of soil vapor;

o Placement of a final cover over the entire site to eliminate exposure to remaining

soil/fill;

o Establishment of use restrictions including prohibitions on the use of groundwater

from the site and prohibitions on other sensitive site uses, such as farming or

vegetable gardening, to eliminate future exposure pathways;

o Establishment of an approved Site Management Plan (SMP) to ensure long-term

management of these engineering and institutional controls, including the

performance of periodic inspections and certification that the controls are

performing as they were intended; and

o Placement of a deed restriction to memorialize the remedial action and the

Engineering and Institutional Controls to ensure that future owners of the site

continue to maintain these controls as required.

3.1 THRESHOLD CRITERIA

Protection of Public Health and the Environment

This criterion is an evaluation of the remedy’s ability to protect public health and the

environment, and an assessment of how risks posed through each existing or potential pathway

of exposure are eliminated, reduced or controlled through removal, treatment, and

implementation of Engineering Controls or Institutional Controls. Protection of public health

and the environment must be achieved for all approved remedial actions.


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Alternative 1 would prevent exposure to contaminated on-site soils during remediation/

construction by implementing an approved soil and materials management plan and CAMP. By

removing all soil/ fill with contaminant concentrations above Track 1 SCOs, the potential for

direct contact with contaminated soil/ fill would be eliminated after remediation/ construction is

complete. However, in order to prevent the migration of soil vapor from offsite sources into the

proposed building and to prevent associated inhalation exposures, institutional and engineering

controls are needed. A Track 1 Remedy cannot employ institutional or engineering controls.

Therefore, even though Alternative 1 would provide the maximum protection of public health

and the environment based on onsite contamination, Alternative 1 would not adequately meet the

RAOs of preventing exposure to contaminants in soil vapor from offsite sources and preventing

migration of soil vapor into occupied structures without engineering and institutional controls

that can be monitored in the long-term. While removal of soil to achieve Track 1 SCOs can be

performed, engineering controls are needed to address soil vapors, and thus the final remedial

action cannot achieve Track 1 status but can achieve a Track 2 status under existing regulations.

Alternative 2 would achieve comparable protection of human health and the environment by

removing soil/fill with contaminant concentrations above Track 4 SCOs as well as placement of

institutional and engineering controls, including a composite cover system, a vapor barrier, and a

positive pressure HVAC system. As such, this alternative would be consistent with the RAOs

and would provide overall protection of public health and the environment in consideration of

current and potential future land use by:

• Eliminating the potential for direct contact with contaminated on-site soils by

implementing an approved soil and materials management plan and CAMP during

remediation and by constructing a composite cover system over the entire site; and

• Minimizing the potential for migration of soil vapor into occupied structures and

associated inhalation exposures by installing a vapor barrier and a positive pressure

HVAC system, in conjunction with the composite cover system.

3.2 BALANCING CRITERIA

Compliance with Standards, Criteria and Guidance (SCGs)


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Alternative 1 would address the chemical-specific SCGs for soil by establishment of Track 1

SCOs and attainment of these standards for onsite soil. Attainment of soil vapor SCGs would

not be possible without engineering controls. Focused attention on means and methods employed

during the remedial action would ensure that handling and management of contaminated material

would be in compliance with applicable SCGs.

Alternative 2 would address the chemical-specific SCGs for soil and soil vapor by

establishment of Track 4 SCOs and removal of soils exceeding these SCOs, and installation of

engineering controls to mitigate potential soil vapor intrusion. Similar to the Track 1 alternative,

focused attention on means and methods employed during the remedial action would ensure that

handling and management of contaminated material would be in compliance with applicable

SCGs.

Short-term effectiveness and impacts

This evaluation criterion assesses the effects of the alternative during the construction and

implementation phase until remedial action objectives are met. Under this criterion, alternatives

are evaluated with respect to their effects on public health and the environment during

implementation of the remedial action, including protection of the community, environmental

impacts, time until remedial response objectives are achieved, and protection of workers during

remedial actions.

Alternative 1 would provide short-term effectiveness with the removal of all soil/fill above

Track 1 SCOs. Alternative 1 would result in greater short-term impacts associated with a greater

degree of soil excavation and handling, load out of materials, and truck traffic. However,

implementation of this RAWP, which includes a CAMP and HASP, dust and odor controls,

stormwater management and other site and community protections, would prevent unacceptable

exposure during remediation and construction activities.

Alternative 2 would result in short-term impacts associated with excavation, handling, load

out of materials, and truck traffic. However, focused attention to means and methods during the

remedial action for Track 4 removal action, including CAMP and HASP, dust and odor controls,

stormwater management and other site and community protections, would prevent unacceptable

exposure during remediation and construction activities.


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The Track 1 and Track 4 Alternatives are both considered to be effective in protecting human health and the environment in the short term. Alternative 1 would eliminate and alternative 2 would reduce exposure to contaminant sources. The Track 1 and Track 4 Alternatives would both employ appropriate measures to prevent short term impacts, including a Community Air Monitoring Plan (CAMP) and a Soil/Materials Management Plan (SMMP), during all on-site soil disturbance activities and would effectively prevent the release of significant contaminants into the environment. Both alternatives provide short term effectiveness in protecting the surrounding community by decreasing the risk of contact with on-site contaminants. Construction workers operating under appropriate management procedures and a Health and Safety Plan (CHASP) will be protected from on-site contaminants (personal protective equipment would be worn consistent with the documented risks within the respective work zones).

Long-term effectiveness and permanence

This evaluation criterion addresses the results of a remedial action in terms of its

permanence and quantity/nature of waste or residual contamination remaining at the Site after

response objectives have been met, such as permanence of the remedial alternative, magnitude of

remaining contamination, adequacy of controls including the adequacy and suitability of ECs/ICs

that may be used to manage contaminant residuals that remain at the Site and assessment of

containment systems and ICs that are designed to eliminate exposures to contaminants, and long-

term reliability of Engineering Controls.

Alternative 1 would achieve long-term effectiveness and permanence related to on-site

contamination by permanently removing all impacted soils. However, engineering controls are

also required for soil vapor management and these EC’s prevent the attainment of a Track 1

cleanup status.

Alternative 2 would be effective over the long-term by attaining Track 4 SCOs through the

placement of a composite cover over the entire site, installation of a vapor barrier system,

establishing use restrictions, establishing a Site Management Plan to ensure long-term

management of ECs/ICs, and placing a deed restriction to memorialize these controls for the

long term. Groundwater use restrictions will eliminate potential exposure to groundwater and

establishment of an SMP and a deed restriction will ensure that this protection remains effective

for the long-term. The SMP will ensure long-term effectiveness of all Engineering and


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Institutional Controls by requiring periodic inspection and certification that these controls and

use restrictions continue to be in place and functioning as they were intended assuring that

protections designed into the remedy will provide continued high level of protection in

perpetuity.

Reduction of toxicity, mobility, or volume of contaminated material

This evaluation criterion assesses the remedial alternative's use of remedial technologies that

permanently and significantly reduce toxicity, mobility, or volume of contaminants as their

principal element. The following is the hierarchy of source removal and control measures that

are to be used to remediate a Site, ranked from most preferable to least preferable: removal

and/or treatment, containment, elimination of exposure and treatment of source at the point of

exposure. It is preferred to use treatment or removal to eliminate contaminants at a Site, reduce

the total mass of toxic contaminants, cause irreversible reduction in contaminants mobility, or

reduce of total volume of contaminated media.

Alternative 1 would permanently eliminate the toxicity, mobility, and volume of

contaminants from on-site soil by removing all soil in excess of unrestricted use SCOs.

Alternative 1 would eliminate a greater total mass of contaminants on site.

Alternative 2 would permanently eliminate the toxicity, mobility, and volume of

contaminants from on-site soil, and remaining soil/fill would meet Track 4 site specific SCOs.

Removal of soils to a depth to approximately 12 feet below grade under the building area would

occur.

Implementability

This evaluation criterion addresses the technical and administrative feasibility of

implementing an alternative and the availability of various services and materials required during

its implementation, including technical feasibility of construction and operation, reliability of the

selected technology, ease of undertaking remedial action, monitoring considerations,


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administrative feasibility (e.g. obtaining permits for remedial activities), and availability of

services and materials.

The Track 1 cleanup is feasible and implementable. It uses standard materials and services

and well established technology that are readily available.

Similarly, the Track 4 alternative is also both feasible and implementable. It uses standard

materials and services and well established technology that are readily available. The reliability

of the remedy is also high. There are no special difficulties associated with any of the activities

proposed, which utilize standard industry methods. Installation of the waterproofing/vapor

barrier system will be conducted in accordance with standard methods utilized to install

waterproofing membranes.

Both Alternatives are feasible and implementable. They use standard materials, services,

and well-established technology. The reliability of these remedies is also high. There are no

specific difficulties associated with any of the activities proposed, which utilize standard industry

methods.

Cost effectiveness

This evaluation criterion addresses the cost of alternatives, including capital costs (such as

construction costs, equipment costs, and disposal costs, engineering expenses) and site

management costs (costs incurred after remedial construction is complete) necessary to ensure

the continued effectiveness of a remedial action.

The capital costs associated with the Track 1 alternative are higher than the Track 4 alternative in

that a higher volume of soil/fill will be excavated for off-site disposal to achieve a Track 1 status

over the entire site. The Track 4 alternative satisfies the threshold balancing criterion and other

criterion listed here, and is fully protective of public health and the environment, will control

migration of contaminants, will comply with SCGs, is effective for the short-term and long-term,

is implementable, and reduces both mobility and toxicity.


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Community Acceptance

This evaluation criterion addresses community opinion and support for the remedial action.

Observations here will be supplemented by public comment received on the RAWP.

Based on the overall goals of the remedial program and initial observations by the project

team, both of the alternatives are acceptable to the community. This RAWP will undergo public

review under the NYC VCP and will provide the opportunity for detailed public input on the

remedial alternatives and the selected remedial action. This public comment related to site

remediation will be considered by OER prior to approval of this plan.

Land Use

This evaluation criterion addresses the proposed use of the property. This evaluation has

considered reasonably anticipated future uses of the Site and takes into account: current use and

historical and/or recent development patterns; applicable zoning laws and maps; NYS

Department of State’s Brownfield Opportunity Areas (BOA) pursuant to section 970-r of the

general municipal law; applicable land use plans; proximity to real property currently used for

residential use, and to commercial, industrial, agricultural, and/or recreational areas;

environmental justice impacts, Federal or State land use designations; population growth patterns

and projections; accessibility to existing infrastructure; proximity of the site to important cultural

resources and natural resources, potential vulnerability of groundwater to contamination that

might emanate from the site, proximity to flood plains, geography and geology; and current

Institutional Controls applicable to the site.

Because of the complete soil removal proposed for the Track 1 alternative, it provides

protection of public health and the environment for both the proposed use of the Site and any

future use. Track 1 does not allow engineering controls that would provide protection against

off-site vapor migration and thus Track 4 is the highest cleanup level that can be achieved on this

site. Alternative 1 provides a remedial action that is beneficial to the surrounding community and

is consistent with the goals of the City for remediating and redeveloping brownfield sites.


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Alternative 2 also provides sufficient environmental and public health protection for the

intended use. This alternative provides for Engineering and Institutional Controls that would

provide protection against off-site vapor migration.

Both alternatives for remedial action at the site are comparable with respect to the proposed

use and to land uses in the vicinity of the Site. The proposed use is consistent with the existing

zoning designation for the property and is consistent with recent development patterns. The Site

is surrounded by commercial and residential properties and both alternatives provide

comprehensive protection of public health and the environment for these uses. Improvements in

the current brownfield condition of the property achieved by both alternatives are also consistent

with the City’s goals for cleanup of contaminated land and bringing such properties into

productive reuse. Both alternatives are equally protective of natural resources and cultural

resources. This RAWP will be subject to public review under the NYC VCPVCP and will

provide the opportunity for detailed public input on the land use factors described in this section.

This public comment will be considered by OER prior to approval of this plan.

Sustainability of the Remedial Action

This criterion evaluates the overall sustainability of the remedial action alternatives and the

degree to which sustainable means are employed to implement the remedial action including

those that take into consideration NYC’s sustainability goals defined in PlaNYC: A Greener,

Greater New York. Sustainability goals may include: maximizing the recycling and reuse of

non-virgin materials; reducing the consumption of virgin and non-renewable resources;

minimizing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions; improving energy efficiency;

and promotion of the use of native vegetation and enhancing biodiversity during landscaping

associated with Site development.

While Alternative 2 would result in lower energy use based on reducing the volume of

material transported off-site, both remedial alternatives are comparable with respect to the

opportunity to achieve sustainable remedial action.


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4.0 REMEDIAL ACTION

4.1 SUMMARY OF PREFERRED REMEDIAL ACTION

The preferred remedial action alternative is Alternative 2, the Track 4 remedial action. It is

expected that development based excavation to a depth of 12 feet may enable attainment of

Track 1 SCOs in soils remaining under the portion of the property where the building will be

built. The preferred remedial action alternative achieves protection of public health and the

environment for the intended use of the property. The preferred remedial action alternative will

achieve all of the remedial action objectives established for the project and addresses applicable

SCGs. The preferred remedial action alternative is effective in both the short-term and long-term

and reduces mobility, toxicity and volume of contaminants. The preferred remedial action

alternative is cost effective and implementable and uses standards methods that are well

established in the industry.

The proposed remedial action will consist of:

1. Preparation of a Community Protection Statement and implementation of a Citizen

Participation Plan.

2. Perform a Community Air Monitoring Program for particulates and volatile organic

carbon compounds.

3. Establish Track 4 Soil Cleanup Objectives (SCOs).

4. Site mobilization involving Site security setup, equipment mobilization, utility mark

outs and marking & staking excavation areas.

5. Implementation of storm-water pollution prevention measures in compliance with


6. Excavation and removal of soil/fill exceeding SCOs. In addition, soil will be removed

to a depth of 12 feet beneath the proposed building area for development purposes.


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7. Removal of underground storage tanks and closure of petroleum spills, if any are

identified, in compliance with applicable local, State and Federal laws and

regulations.

8. Collection and analysis of end-point samples to determine the performance of the

remedy with respect to attainment of SCOs.

9. Appropriate segregation of excavated media onsite. Screening of excavated soil/fill

during intrusive work for indications of contamination by visual means, odor, and

monitoring with a PID.

10. Transportation and off-Site disposal of all soil/fill material at permitted facilities in

accordance with applicable laws and regulations for handling, transport, and disposal,

and this plan. Sampling and analysis of excavated media as required by disposal

facilities.

11. Import of materials to be used for backfill and cover in compliance with this plan and

in accordance with applicable laws and regulations

12. Construction of an engineered composite cover over the entire surface area of the

property to prevent human exposure to residual soil/fill remaining under the Site;

13. Installation of a vapor barrier system beneath the building slab and a positive pressure

HVAC in the basement level to provide protection from soil vapor intrusion.

14. Demarcation of residual soil/fill.

15. Performance of all activities required for the remedial action, including permitting

requirements and pretreatment requirements, in compliance with applicable laws and

regulations.

16. Submission of a RAR that describes the remedial activities, certifies that the remedial

requirements have been achieved, defines the Site boundaries, and describes all

Engineering and Institutional Controls to be implemented at the Site, and lists any

changes from this RAWP.


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17. Submission of an approved Site Management Plan (SMP) in the RAR for long-term

management of residual contamination, including plans for operation, maintenance,

monitoring, inspection and certification of Engineering and Institutional Controls and

reporting at a specified frequency.

18. Recording of a Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions that includes a listing of

Engineering Controls and a requirement that management of these controls must be in

compliance with an approved SMP; and Institutional Controls including prohibition

of the following: (1) vegetable gardening and farming; (2) use of groundwater

without treatment rendering it safe for the intended use; (3) disturbance of residual

contaminated material unless it is conducted in accordance with the SMP; and (4)

higher level of land usage without OER-approval.

4.2 SOIL CLEANUP OBJECTIVES AND SOIL/FILL MANAGEMENT

Track 4 Soil Cleanup Objectives (SCOs) are proposed for this project. The Track 4 Soil

Cleanup Objectives for the Site are:

Contaminant Track 4 SCOs

Copper 500 ppm

Lead 700 ppm

Total SVOCs 250 ppm

Soil and materials management on-Site and off-Site, including excavation, handling and

disposal, will be conducted in accordance with the Soil/Materials Management Plan in Appendix

3.

Discrete contaminant sources (such as hotspots) identified during the remedial action will be

identified by GPS or surveyed. This information will be provided in the Remedial Action Report.


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Estimated Soil/Fill Removal Quantities

The total quantity of soil/fill expected to be excavated and disposed off-Site is 240’x40’x12’

deep (5,760 tons).

Disposal facilities will be reported to OER when they are identified and prior to the start of

remedial action.

Disposal Facility Waste Type Estimated Quantities

To be reported to OER prior to

remedial action


remedial action


remedial action

End-Point Sampling

Hotspot actions under this plan will be performed in conjunction with remedial end-point

sampling. End-point sampling frequency will consist of the following:

1. For excavations less than 20 feet in total perimeter, at least one bottom sample and one

sidewall sample biased in the direction of surface runoff.

2. For excavations 20 to 300 feet in perimeter:

• For surface removals, one sample from the top of each sidewall for every 30

linear feet of sidewall and one sample from the excavation bottom for every 900

square feet of bottom area.

• For subsurface removals, one sample from each sidewall for every 30 linear feet

of sidewall and one sample from the excavation bottom for every 900 square feet

of bottom area.


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3. For sampling of volatile organics, bottom samples should be taken within 24 hours of

excavation, and should be taken from the zero to six-inch interval at the excavation floor.

Samples taken after 24 hours should be taken at six to twelve inches.

4. For contaminated soil removal, post remediation soil samples for laboratory analysis

should be taken immediately after contaminated soil removal. If the excavation is enlarged

horizontally, additional soil samples will be taken pursuant to 1-3 above.

Post-remediation sample locations and depth will be biased towards the areas and depths of

highest contamination identified during previous sampling episodes unless field indicators such

as field instrument measurements or visual contamination identified during the remedial action

indicate that other locations and depths may be more heavily contaminated. In all cases, post-

remediation samples should be biased toward locations and depths of the highest expected

contamination.

New York State ELAP certified labs will be used for all end-point sample analyses. Labs for

end-point sample analyses will be reported in the RAR. The RAR will provide a tabular and map

summary of all end-point sample results and will include all data including non-detects and

applicable standards and/or guidance values. End-point samples will be analyzed for trigger

analytes (those for which SCO exceedence is identified) utilizing the following methodology:

Soil analytical methods will include:

• Volatile organic compounds by EPA Method 8260;

• Semi-volatile organic compounds by EPA Method 8270;

• Target Analyte List metals; and

• Pesticides/PCBs by EPA Method 8081/8082.

If either LNAPL and/or DNAPL are detected, appropriate samples will be collected for

characterization and “finger print analysis” and required regulatory reporting (i.e. spills hotline)

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Quality Assurance/Quality Control

End point soil samples will be containerized in laboratory-prepared jars, labeled, sealed, and

placed in a chilled cooler for shipment to the laboratory. Chain of custody procedures outlined in

the RIWP will followed. Quality assurance (duplicate and trip blanks) and quality control (field

blanks) samples will be incorporated into the sampling events as required by NYCOER and will

consist of one duplicate soil sample and one field blank per 20 end-point soil samples collected.

Soil field blanks will be analyzed for VOCs and soil duplicate samples will be analyzed for

VOCs and SVOCs.

Soil samples will be analyzed by an ELAP-certified laboratory approved by the NYSDOH.

For every 20 soil samples, one duplicate soil sample will also be collected and analyzed for all

parameters.

Import and Reuse of Soils

Import of soils onto the property and reuse of soils already onsite will be performed in

conformance with the Soil/Materials Management Plan in Appendix 3. Any required back filling

shall be done with compacted fill of required bearing capacity.

4.3 ENGINEERING CONTROLS

Engineering Controls will be employed in the remedial action to address residual

contamination remaining at the site. The Site has three primary Engineering Control Systems.

These are:

• Composite cover system consisting of concrete and asphalt

• Vapor barrier system;

• Positive pressure HVAC system

Composite Cover System

Exposure to residual soil/fill will be prevented by an engineered, composite cover system to

be built on the Site. This composite cover system is comprised of:


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- Concrete/asphalt covered parking lot; and

- Concrete building foundation slab and sidewalls.

The composite cover system is a permanent engineering control for the Site. The system

will be inspected and reported at specified intervals as required by this RAWP and the SMP. A

Soil Management Plan will be included in the Site Management Plan and will outline the

procedures to be followed in the event that the composite cover system and underlying residual

soil/fill is disturbed after the remedial action is complete. Maintenance of this composite cover

system will be described in the Site Management Plan in the RAR.

Vapor Barrier

Migration of soil vapor will be mitigated with a combination of building slab and vapor

barrier. In order to prevent subsurface soil vapor contamination from impacting indoor air of

buildings at the Site, a vapor barrier system (VBS) consisting of a 30-mil geomembrane liner

will be installed beneath the cellar foundation and sidewalls.

The VBS will be installed under the direct oversight of a Hydro Tech Environmental (Hydro

Tech) Engineer. Following completion of all site construction, Hydro Tech will document the

installation of the VBS in the Remedial Action Report.

Indoor Positive Pressure System

Migration of soil vapor will be mitigated with the installation of a positive pressure HVAC

system in the basement level.

The positive pressure HVAC system will be installed under the direct oversight of a Hydro

Tech Engineer. Following completion of all site construction, Hydro Tech will document the

installation of the positive pressure HVAC system in the Closure Report.

4.4 INSTITUTIONAL CONTROLS

Institutional Controls (IC) have been incorporated in this remedial action to manage residual

soil/fill and other media and render the Site protective of public health and the environment.

Institutional Controls are listed below. Long-term employment of EC/ICs will be established in


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a Declaration of Covenant and Restrictions (DCR) assigned to the property by the title holder

and will be implemented under a site-specific Site Management Plan (SMP) that will be included

in the RAR.

Institutional Controls for this remedial action are:

• Recording of an OER-approved Declaration of Covenant and Restrictions (DCR) with

the City Register or county clerk, as appropriate. The DCR will include a description of

all ECs and ICs, will summarize the requirements of the Site Management Plan, and will

note that the property owner and property owner’s successors and assigns must comply

with the DCR and the approved SMP. The recorded DCR will be submitted in the

Remedial Action Report. The DCR will be recorded prior to OER issuance of the Notice

of Completion;

• Submittal of a Site Management Plan in the RAR for approval by OER that provides

procedures for appropriate operation, maintenance, monitoring, inspection, reporting and

certification of ECs. SMP will require that the property owner and property owner’s

successors and assigns will submit to OER a periodic written statement that certifies that:

(1) controls employed at the Site are unchanged from the previous certification or that

any changes to the controls were approved by OER; and, (2) nothing has occurred that

impairs the ability of the controls to protect public health and environment or that

constitute a violation or failure to comply with the SMP. OER retains the right to enter

the Site in order to evaluate the continued maintenance of any controls. This certification

shall be submitted annually and will comply with RCNY §43-1407(l)(3).

• Vegetable gardens and farming on the Site are prohibited;

• Use of groundwater underlying the Site is prohibited without treatment rendering it safe

for its intended use;

• All future activities on the Site that will disturb residual material must be conducted

pursuant to the soil management provisions in an approved SMP;

• The Site will be used for commercial use and will not be used for a higher level of use

without prior approval by OER.


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4.5 SITE MANAGEMENT PLAN

Site Management is the last phase of remediation and begins with the approval of the

Remedial Action Report and issuance of the Notice of Completion (NOC) for the Remedial

Action. The Site Management Plan (SMP) describes appropriate methods and procedures to

ensure implementation of all ECs and ICs that are required by the DCR and this RAWP. The Site

Management Plan is submitted as part of the RAR but will be written in a manner that allows its

use as an independent document. Site Management continues until terminated in writing by

OER. The property owner is responsible to ensure that all Site Management responsibilities

defined in the DCR and the Site Management Plan are implemented.

The SMP will provide a detailed description of the procedures required to manage residual

soil/fill left in place following completion of the remedial action in accordance with the

Brownfield Cleanup Agreement with OER. This includes a plan for: (1) implementation of EC’s

and ICs; (2) implementation of monitoring programs; (3) operation and maintenance of EC’s; (4)

inspection and certification of EC’s; and (5) reporting.

Site management activities, reporting, and EC/IC certification will be scheduled on an

periodic basis to be established in the SMP and will be subject to review and modification by

OER. The Site Management Plan will be based on a calendar year and certification reports will

be due for submission to OER by March 31 of the year following the reporting period.

4.6 QUALITATIVE HUMAN HEALTH EXPOSURE ASSESSMENT

Investigations reported in the Remedial Investigation Report (RIR) are sufficient to complete

a Qualitative Human Health Exposure Assessment (QHHEA). As part of the VCP process, a

QHHEA was performed to determine whether the Site poses an existing or future health hazard

to the Site’s exposed or potentially exposed population.

The sampling data from the RI were evaluated to determine whether there is any health risk by

characterizing the exposure setting, identifying exposure pathways, and evaluating contaminant

fate and transport. This EA was prepared in accordance with Appendix 3B and Section 3.3 (b) 8

of the NYSDEC Draft DER-10 Technical Guidance for Site Investigation and Remediation.

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Based on the results of the RIR, the contaminants of concern are:

Soil:

• Metals, including copper exceeding its Track 2 Restricted Commercial SCOs;

• SVOCs (PAHs), including benzo(a)pyrene exceeding its Track 2 Restricted Commercial

SCO;

Groundwater:

• Metals, including calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, potassium and sodium

exceeding GQS.

• SVOC; bis(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate exceeding GQS.

Soil Vapor:

• VOCs including chlorinated hydrocarbons exceeding State DOH monitor guidance limits.

Nature, Extent, Fate and Transport of Contaminants

Soil: Metals and SVOCs are associated with historical fill and are present throughout the site

in soil.

Groundwater: Some minor metals were identified in groundwater and are believed to be

associated with regional groundwater impacts such as those associated with road salting.

Soil Vapor: VOCs are present in the soil vapor at various locations throughout the site.

Potential Routes of Exposure

The five elements of an exposure pathway are: (1) a contaminant source; (2) contaminant

release and transport mechanisms; (3) a point of exposure; (4) a route of exposure; and (5) a

receptor population.

An exposure pathway is considered complete when all five elements of an exposure pathway are

documented. A potential exposure pathway exists when any one or more of the five elements

comprising an exposure pathway cannot be ruled out. An exposure pathway may be eliminated

from further evaluation when any one of the five elements comprising an exposure pathway has


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not existed in the past, does not exist in the present, and will never exist in the future. Three

potential primary routes exist by which chemicals can enter the body:

• Ingestion of water, fill, or soil;

• Inhalation of vapors and particulates; and

• Dermal contact with water, fill, soil, or building materials.

Existence of Human Health Exposure

Current Conditions: Potential exposure pathways include ingestion and dermal contact with

soil/fill. Direct exposures are currently controlled by limiting site access by the use of a

construction security fence.

Construction/Remediation Activities: The potential exposure pathways to onsite

contamination are by ingestion, dermal, or inhalation exposure by onsite workers and community

residents and others during the remedial action. During the remedial action, on-site exposure

pathways will be minimized by preventing access to the site, through implementation of a variety

of soil/ materials management practices including dust controls, stormwater management, air

monitoring and CHASP.

Proposed Future Conditions: Under future remediated conditions, most or all soils in excess

of Track 1 SCOs will be removed and the site will meet, at minimum, Track 4 SCOs. The site

will be fully capped, limiting potential direct exposure to soil remaining in place and

groundwater, and engineering controls including a vapor barrier and positive pressure system

will prevent potential for inhalation via soil vapor intrusion. The site is served by a public water

supply and groundwater is not used at the site. There are no plausible off-site pathways for

ingestion, inhalation, or dermal exposure to contaminants derived from the site.

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On-Site Receptors: During construction, onsite receptors will include construction workers and

visitors. After construction, onsite receptors will include occupants of the site, employees and

commercial customers.

Off-Site Receptors: Potential off-site receptors within a 0.25-mile radius of the Site include: adult

and child residents, and commercial and construction workers, pedestrians, trespassers, and

cyclists, based on the following:

1. Commercial Businesses – existing and future

2. Residential Buildings – existing and future

3. Building Construction/Renovation – existing and future

4. Pedestrians, Trespassers, Cyclists– existing and future

5. Schools– existing and future

Overall Human Health Exposure Assessment

Complete on-site exposure pathways appear to be present only during the current

unremediated phase and the construction and remediation phase. Under current conditions, on-

site exposure pathways are limited by preventing access to the site.

During the remedial action, on-site exposure pathways will be limited by preventing access

to the site, through implementation of soil/materials management, and dust controls.

After the remedial action is complete, there will be no remaining exposure pathways. The

vapor barrier, active SSDS, and the composite cover and long-term site management will

interrupt any remaining exposure pathways. Continued protection after the remedial action will

be achieved by the implementation of site management including periodic inspection and

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5.0 REMEDIAL ACTION MANAGEMENT

5.1 PROJECT ORGANIZATION AND OVERSIGHT

Principal personnel who will participate in the remedial action include Ezgi Karayel (project

manager) and Rachel Ataman, Vice President. The Professional Engineer (PE) for this project is

Shaik Saad, and the Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP) for this project is Mark E.

Robbins.

5.2 SITE SECURITY

Site access will be controlled by barriers and fences. Barriers will be installed around work areas as needed to delineate and restrict access to the work area. For work areas of limited size, barrier tape will be sufficient to delineate and restrict access. For larger worker areas, temporary fencing will be provided.

5.3 WORK HOURS

The hours for operation of remedial construction will be from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. These

hours conform to the New York City Department of Buildings construction code requirements.

5.4 CONSTRUCTION HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN

The Health and Safety Plan is included in Appendix 4. The Site Safety Coordinator will be

Ezgi Karayel. Remedial work performed under this RAWP will be in full compliance with

applicable health and safety laws and regulations, including Site and OSHA worker safety

requirements and HAZWOPER requirements. Confined space entry, if any, will comply with

OSHA requirements and industry standards and will address potential risks. The parties

performing the remedial construction work will ensure that performance of work is in

compliance with the HASP and applicable laws and regulations. The HASP pertains to remedial

and invasive work performed at the Site until the issuance of the Notice of Completion.

All field personnel involved in remedial activities will participate in training required under

29 CFR 1910.120, including 40-hour hazardous waste operator training and annual 8-hour


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refresher training. Site Safety Officer will be responsible for maintaining workers training

records.

Personnel entering any exclusion zone will be trained in the provisions of the HASP and be

required to sign an HASP acknowledgment. Site-specific training will be provided to field

personnel. Additional safety training may be added depending on the tasks performed.

Emergency telephone numbers will be posted at the site location before any remedial work

begins. A safety meeting will be conducted before each shift begins. Topics to be discussed

include task hazards and protective measures (physical, chemical, environmental); emergency

procedures; PPE levels and other relevant safety topics. Meetings will be documented in a

logbook or specific form.

An emergency contact sheet with names and phone numbers is included in the HASP. That document will define the specific project contacts for use in case of emergency.

5.5 COMMUNITY AIR MONITORING PLAN

Real-time air monitoring for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and particulate levels at

the perimeter of the exclusion zone or work area will be performed. Continuous monitoring will

be performed for all ground intrusive activities and during the handling of contaminated or

potentially contaminated media. Ground intrusive activities include, but are not limited to,

soil/waste excavation and handling, test pit excavation or trenching, and the installation of soil

borings or monitoring wells.

Periodic monitoring for VOCs will be performed during non-intrusive activities such as the

collection of soil and sediment samples or the collection of groundwater samples from existing

monitoring wells. Periodic monitoring during sample collection, for instance, will consist of

taking a reading upon arrival at a sample location, monitoring while opening a well cap or

overturning soil, monitoring during well baling/purging, and taking a reading prior to leaving a

sample location. Depending upon the proximity of potentially exposed individuals, continuous

monitoring may be performed during sampling activities. Examples of such situations include

groundwater sampling at wells on the curb of a busy urban street, in the midst of a public park,

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Exceedances of action levels observed during performance of the Community Air Monitoring

Plan (CAMP) will be reported to the OER Project Manager and included in the Daily Report.

VOC Monitoring, Response Levels, and Actions

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) will be monitored at the downwind perimeter of the

immediate work area (i.e., the exclusion zone) on a continuous basis during invasive work.

Upwind concentrations will be measured at the start of each workday and periodically thereafter

to establish background conditions. The monitoring work will be performed using equipment

appropriate to measure the types of contaminants known or suspected to be present. The

equipment will be calibrated at least daily for the contaminant(s) of concern or for an appropriate

surrogate. The equipment will be capable of calculating 15-minute running average

concentrations, which will be compared to the levels specified below.

• If the ambient air concentration of total organic vapors at the downwind perimeter of the

work area or exclusion zone exceeds 5 parts per million (ppm) above background for the

15-minute average, work activities will be temporarily halted and monitoring continued.

If the total organic vapor level readily decreases (per instantaneous readings) below 5

ppm over background, work activities will resume with continued monitoring.

• If total organic vapor levels at the downwind perimeter of the work area or exclusion

zone persist at levels in excess of 5 ppm over background but less than 25 ppm, work

activities will be halted, the source of vapors identified, corrective actions taken to abate

emissions, and monitoring continued. After these steps, work activities will resume

provided that the total organic vapor level 200 feet downwind of the exclusion zone or

half the distance to the nearest potential receptor or residential/commercial structure,

whichever is less - but in no case less than 20 feet, is below 5 ppm over background for

the 15-minute average.

• If the organic vapor level is above 25 ppm at the perimeter of the work area, activities

will be shutdown.

All 15-minute readings must be recorded and be available for OER personnel to review.

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Particulate Monitoring, Response Levels, and Actions

Particulate concentrations will be monitored continuously at the upwind and downwind

perimeters of the exclusion zone at temporary particulate monitoring stations. The particulate

monitoring will be performed using real-time monitoring equipment capable of measuring

particulate matter less than 10 micrometers in size (PM-10) and capable of integrating over a

period of 15 minutes (or less) for comparison to the airborne particulate action level. The

equipment will be equipped with an audible alarm to indicate exceedance of the action level. In

addition, fugitive dust migration should be visually assessed during all work activities.

• If the downwind PM-10 particulate level is 100 micrograms per cubic meter (mcg/m3)

greater than background (upwind perimeter) for the 15-minute period or if airborne dust

is observed leaving the work area, then dust suppression techniques will be employed.

Work will continue with dust suppression techniques provided that downwind PM-10

particulate levels do not exceed 150 mcg/m3 above the upwind level and provided that no

visible dust is migrating from the work area.

• If, after implementation of dust suppression techniques, downwind PM-10 particulate

levels are greater than 150 mcg/m3 above the upwind level, work will be stopped and a

re-evaluation of activities initiated. Work will resume provided that dust suppression

measures and other controls are successful in reducing the downwind PM-10 particulate

concentration to within 150 mcg/m3 of the upwind level and in preventing visible dust

migration.

All readings will be recorded and be available for OER personnel to review.

5.6 AGENCY APPROVALS

All permits or government approvals required for remedial construction have been or will be

obtained prior to the start of remedial construction. Approval of this RAWP by OER does not

constitute satisfaction of these requirements and will not be a substitute for any required permit.


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5.7 SITE PREPARATION

Pre-Construction Meeting

OER will be invited to attend the pre-construction meeting at the Site with all parties

involved in the remedial process prior to the start of remedial construction activities.

Mobilization

Mobilization will be conducted as necessary for each phase of work at the Site.

Mobilization includes field personnel orientation, equipment mobilization (including securing all

sampling equipment needed for the field investigation), marking/staking sampling locations and

utility mark-outs. Each field team member will attend an orientation meeting to become familiar

with the general operation of the Site, health and safety requirements, and field procedures.

Utility Marker Layouts, Easement Layouts

The presence of utilities and easements on the Site will be fully investigated prior to the

performance of invasive work such as excavation or drilling under this plan by using, at a

minimum, the One-Call System (811). Underground utilities may pose an electrocution,

explosion, or other hazard during excavation or drilling activities. All invasive activities will be

performed incompliance with applicable laws and regulations to assure safety. Utility companies

and other responsible authorities will be contacted to locate and mark the locations, and a copy

of the Markout Ticket will be retained by the contractor prior to the start of drilling, excavation

or other invasive subsurface operations. Overhead utilities may also be present within the

anticipated work zones. Electrical hazards associated with drilling in the vicinity of overhead

utilities will be prevented by maintaining a safe distance between overhead power lines and drill

rig masts.

Proper safety and protective measures pertaining to utilities and easements, and compliance

with all laws and regulations will be employed during invasive and other work contemplated

under this RAWP. The integrity and safety of on-Site and off-Site structures will be maintained

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Equipment and Material Staging

Equipment and materials will be stored and staged in a manner that complies with applicable

laws and regulations. The location of proposed equipment and material staging areas, truck

inspection station, stockpile areas, and other pertinent remedial management features will be

decided on and managed by the construction manager for the Site. Updates regarding this

information will be forwarded to the OER.

Stabilized Construction Entrance

Steps will be taken to ensure that trucks departing the site will not track soil, fill or debris

off-Site. Such actions may include use of cleaned asphalt or concrete roads or use of stone or

other aggregate-based egress paths between the truck inspection station and the property exit.

Measures will be taken to ensure that adjacent roadways will be kept clean of project related

soils, fill and debris.

Truck Inspection Station

An outbound-truck inspection station will be set up close to the Site exit. Before exiting the

NYC VCP Site, trucks will be required to stop at the truck inspection station and will be

examined for evidence of contaminated soil on the undercarriage, body, and wheels. Soil and

debris will be removed. Brooms, shovels and potable water will be utilized for the removal of

soil from vehicles and equipment, as necessary.

5.8 TRAFFIC CONTROL

Drivers of trucks leaving the NYC VCP Site with soil/fill will be instructed to proceed

without stopping in the vicinity of the site to prevent neighborhood impacts. The planned route

on local roads for trucks leaving the site will be planned by the construction manager for the Site

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5.9 DEMOBILIZATION

Demobilization will include:

• As necessary, restoration of temporary access areas and areas that may have been disturbed to accommodate support areas (e.g., staging areas, decontamination areas, storage areas, temporary water management areas, and access area);

• Removal of sediment from erosion control measures and truck wash and disposal of materials in accordance with applicable laws and regulations;

• Equipment decontamination, and;

• General refuse disposal.

Equipment will be decontaminated and demobilized at the completion of all field activities.

Investigation equipment and large equipment (e.g., soil excavators) will be washed at the truck

inspection station as necessary. In addition, all investigation and remediation derived waste will

be appropriately disposed.

5.10 REPORTING AND RECORD KEEPING

Daily Reports

Daily reports providing a general summary of activities for each day of active remedial work

will be emailed to the OER Project Manager by the end of the following day. Those reports will

include:

• Project number and statement of the activities and an update of progress made and

locations of work performed;

• Quantities of material imported and exported from the Site;

• Status of on-Site soil/fill stockpiles;

• A summary of all citizen complaints, with relevant details (basis of complaint;

actions taken; etc.);

• A summary of CAMP excursions, if any;


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• Photograph of notable Site conditions and activities.

The frequency of the reporting period may be revised in consultation with OER project

manager based on planned project tasks. Daily email reports are not intended to be the primary

mode of communication for notification to OER of emergencies (accidents, spills), requests for

changes to the RAWP or other sensitive or time critical information. However, such information

will be included in the daily reports. Emergency conditions and changes to the RAWP will be

communicated directly to the OER project manager by personal communication. Daily reports

will be included as an Appendix in the Remedial Action Report.

Record Keeping and Photo-Documentation

Job-site record keeping for all remedial work will be performed. These records will be

maintained on-Site during the project and will be available for inspection by OER staff.

Representative photographs will be taken of the Site prior to any remedial activities and during

major remedial activities to illustrate remedial program elements and contaminant source areas.

Photographs will be submitted at the completion of the project in the RAR in digital format (i.e.

jpeg files).

5.11 COMPLAINT MANAGEMENT

All complaints from citizens will be promptly reported to OER. Complaints will be

addressed and outcomes will also be reported to OER in daily reports. Notices to OER will

include the nature of the complaint, the party providing the complaint, and the actions taken to

resolve any problems.

5.12 DEVIATIONS FROM THE REMEDIAL ACTION WORK PLAN

All changes to the RAWP will be reported to the OER Project Manager and will be

documented in daily reports and reported in the Remedial Action Report. The process to be

followed if there are any deviations from the RAWP will include a request for approval for the

change from OER noting the following:

• Reasons for deviating from the approved RAWP;


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• Effect of the deviations on overall remedy; and

• Determination that the remedial action with the deviation(s) is protective of public health

and the environment.

5.13 DATA USABILITY SUMMARY REPORT

The primary objective of a Data Usability Summary Report (DUSR) is to determine whether

or not data meets the site-specific criteria for data quality and data use. The DUSR provides an

evaluation of analytical data without third party data validation. The DUSR for post-remedial

samples collected during implementation of this RAWP will be included in the Remedial Action

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6.0 REMEDIAL ACTION REPORT

A Remedial Action Report (RAR) will be submitted to OER following implementation of

the remedial action defined in this RAWP. The RAR will document that the remedial work

required under this RAWP has been completed and has been performed in compliance with this

plan. The RAR will include:

• Information required by this RAWP;

• As-built drawings for all constructed remedial elements, required certifications, manifests

and other written and photographic documentation of remedial work performed under

this remedy;

• Site Management Plan;

• Description of any changes in the remedial action from the elements provided in this

RAWP and associated design documents;

• Tabular summary of all end point sampling results and all material characterization

results, QA/QC results for end-point sampling, and other sampling and chemical analysis

performed as part of the remedial action and DUSR;

• Test results or other evidence demonstrating that remedial systems are functioning

properly;

• Account of the source area locations and characteristics of all contaminated material

removed from the Site including a map showing source areas;

• Account of the disposal destination of all contaminated material removed from the Site.

Documentation associated with disposal of all material will include transportation and

disposal records, and letters approving receipt of the material.

• Account of the origin and required chemical quality testing for material imported onto the

Site.

• Recorded Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions.

• Reports and supporting material will be submitted in digital form.


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Remedial Action Report Certification

The following certification will appear in front of the Executive Summary of the Remedial

Action Report. The certification will include the following statements:

I, ________________________, am currently a professional engineer licensed by the State of New York. I had

primary direct responsibility for implementation of the remedial program for the 801 Gun Hill Road Site number

12CVCP065X.

I, ________________________, am a qualified Environmental Professional. I had primary direct

responsibility for implementation remedial program for the 801 Gun Hill Road Site number 12CVCP065X.

I certify that the OER-approved Remedial Action Work Plan dated August 2012 and Stipulations in a letter

dated month day, year; if any were implemented and that all requirements in those documents have been

substantively complied with. I certify that contaminated soil, fill, liquids or other material from the property were

taken to facilities licensed to accept this material in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.


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7.0 SCHEDULE

The table below presents a schedule for the proposed remedial action and reporting. If the

schedule for remediation and development activities changes, it will be updated and submitted to

OER. Currently, a 40 month remediation period is anticipated.

Schedule Milestone

Weeks from Remedial Action Start

Duration (weeks)

OER Approval of RAWP 0 -

Fact Sheet 2 announcing start of remedy 0 -

Demolition 1 4

Demobilization

Record Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions

Remedial Excavation/Construction 37 36

Submit Remedial Action Report 40 3

FIGURES

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APPENDIX 1

CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN

The NYC Office of Environmental Remediation and Fuertes Gunhill Road, LLC have

established this Citizen Participation Plan because the opportunity for citizen participation is an

important component of the NYC Voluntary Cleanup Program. This Citizen Participation Plan

describes how information about the project will be disseminated to the Community during the

remedial process. As part of its obligations under the NYC VCP, Fuertes Gunhill Road, LLC will

maintain a repository for project documents and provide public notice at specified times

throughout the remedial program. This Plan also takes into account potential environmental

justice concerns in the community that surrounds the project Site. Under this Citizen

Participation Plan, project documents and work plans are made available to the public in a timely

manner. Public comment on work plans is strongly encouraged during public comment periods.

Work plans are not approved by the NYC Office of Environmental Remediation (OER) until

public comment periods have expired and all comments are formally reviewed. An explanation

of cleanup plans in the form of a public meeting or informational session is available upon

request to OER’s project manager assigned to this Site, Zach Schreiber, who can be contacted

about these issues or any others questions, comments or concerns that arise during the remedial

process at (212) 788-8841.

Project Contact List. OER has established a Site Contact List for this project to provide

public notices in the form of fact sheets to interested members of the Community.

Communications will include updates on important information relating to the progress of the

cleanup program at the Site as well as to request public comments on the cleanup plan. The

Project Contact List includes owners and occupants of adjacent buildings and homes, principal

administrators of nearby schools, hospitals and day care centers, the public water supplier that

serves the area, established document repositories, the representative Community Board, City

Council members, other elected representatives and any local Brownfield Opportunity Area

(BOA) grantee organizations. Any member of the public or organization will be added to the

Site Contact List on request. A copy of the Site Contact List is maintained by OER’s project


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manager. If you would like to be added to the Project Contact List, contact NYC OER at (212)

788-8841 or by email at [email protected].

Repositories. A document repository is maintained in the nearest public library that

maintains evening and weekend hours. This document repository is intended to house, for

community review, all principal documents generated during the cleanup program including

Remedial Investigation plans and reports, Remedial Action work plans and reports, and all

public notices and fact sheets produced during the lifetime of the remedial project. Fuertes

Gunhill Road, LLC will inspect the repositories to ensure that they are fully populated with

project information. The repository for this project is:

New York Public Library –

Allerton Library

2740 Barnes Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467

(718) 881-4240

M – Tu – Th: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

W: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

F – S: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Digital Documentation. NYC OER strongly encourages the use of digital documents in

repositories as a means of minimizing paper use while also increasing convenience in access and

ease of use.

Identify Issues of Public Concern. Fuertes Gunhill Road, LLC is required to identify

whether there are specific issues of concern to stakeholders proximate to the project site. Such

issues include but are not limited to interests of Environmental Justice communities. Enrollee

should list any site-specific issues of public concern and the method that they will be used

resolved them. If needed, contact OER for additional guidance on how to identify issues of

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Public Notice and Public Comment. Public notice to all members of the Project Contact

List is required at three major steps during the performance of the cleanup program (listed

below) and at other points that may be required by OER. Notices will include Fact Sheets with

descriptive project summaries, updates on recent and upcoming project activities, repository

information, and important phone and email contact information. All notices will be prepared by

Fuertes Gunhill Road, LLC, reviewed and approved by OER prior to distribution and mailed by

Fuertes Gunhill Road, LLC. Public comment is solicited in public notices for all work plans

developed under the NYC Voluntary Cleanup Program. Final review of all work plans by OER

will consider all public comments. Approval will not be granted until the public comment period

has been completed.

Citizen Participation Milestones. Public notice and public comment activities occur at

several steps during a typical NYC VCP project. See flow chart on the following page, which

identifies when during the NYC VCP public notices are issued: These steps include:

• Public Notice of the availability of the Remedial Investigation Report and Remedial

Action Work Plan and a 30-day public comment period on the Remedial Action Work

Plan.

• Public notice in the form of a Fact Sheet is sent to all parties listed on the Site Contact

List announcing the availability of the Remedial Investigation Report and Remedial

Action Work Plan and the initiation of a 30-day public comment period on the Remedial

Action Work Plan. The Fact Sheet summarizes the findings of the RIR and provides

details of the RAWP. The public comment period will be extended an additional 15 days

upon public request. A public meeting or informational session will be conducted by

OER upon request.

• Public Notice announcing the approval of the RAWP and the start of remediation

Public notice in the form of a Fact Sheet is sent to all parties listed on the Site Contact

List announcing the approval of the RAWP and the start of remediation.

• Public Notice announcing the completion of remediation, designation of Institutional and

Engineering Controls and issuance of the Notice of Completion


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• Public notice in the form of a Fact Sheet is sent to all parties listed on the Site Contact

List announcing the completion of remediation, providing a list of all Institutional and

Engineering Controls implemented for to the Site and announcing the issuance of the

Notice of Completion.


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APPENDIX 2

SUSTAINABILITY STATEMENT

This Sustainability Statement documents sustainable activities and green remediation efforts

planned under this remedial action.

Reuse of Clean, Recyclable Materials. Reuse of clean, locally-derived recyclable materials

reduces consumption of non-renewable virgin resources and can provide energy savings and

greenhouse gas reduction.

An estimate of the quantity (in tons) of clean, non-virgin materials (reported by type of

material) reused under this plan will be quantified and reported in the RAR.

Reduce Consumption of Virgin and Non-Renewable Resources. Reduced consumption

of virgin and non-renewable resources lowers the overall environmental impact of the project on

the region by conserving these resources.

An estimate of the quantity (in tons) of virgin and non-renewable resources, the use of which

will be avoided under this plan, will be quantified and reported in the RAR.

Reduced Energy Consumption and Promotion of Greater Energy Efficiency. Reduced

energy consumption lowers greenhouse gas emissions, improves local air quality, lessens in-city

power generation requirements, can lower traffic congestion, and provides substantial cost

savings.

Best efforts will be made to quantify energy efficiencies achieved during the remediation and

will be reported in the Remedial Action Report (RAR). Where energy savings cannot be easily

quantified, a gross indicator of the amount of energy saved or the means by which energy

savings was achieved will be reported.

Conversion to Clean Fuels. Use of clean fuel improves NYC’s air quality by reducing

harmful emissions.

An estimate of the volume of clean fuels used during remedial activities will be quantified

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Recontamination Control. Recontamination after cleanup and redevelopment is completed

undermines the value of work performed, may result in a property that is less protective of public

health or the environment, and may necessitate additional cleanup work later or impede future

redevelopment. Recontamination can arise from future releases that occur within the property or

by influx of contamination from off-Site.

An estimate of the area of the Site that utilizes recontamination controls under this plan will

be reported in the RAR in square feet.

Storm-water Retention. Storm-water retention improves water quality by lowering the rate

of combined storm-water and sewer discharges to NYC’s sewage treatment plants during periods

of precipitation, and reduces the volume of untreated influent to local surface waters.

An estimate of the enhanced storm-water retention capability of the redevelopment project

will be included in the RAR.

Linkage with Green Building. Green buildings provide a multitude of benefits to the city

across a broad range of areas, such as reduction of energy consumption, conservation of

resources, and reduction in toxic materials use.

The number of Green Buildings that are associated with this brownfield redevelopment

property will be reported in the RAR. The total square footage of green building space created

as a function of this brownfield redevelopment will be quantified for residential, commercial and

industrial/manufacturing uses.

Paperless Brownfield Cleanup Program. Fuertes Gunhill Road, LLC is participating in

OER’s Paperless Brownfield Cleanup Program. Under this program, submission of electronic

documents will replace submission of hard copies for the review of project documents,

communications and milestone reports.

Low-Energy Project Management Program. Fuertes Gunhill Road, LLC is participating

in OER’s low-energy project management program. Under this program, whenever possible,

meetings are held using remote communication technologies, such as videoconferencing and

teleconferencing to reduce energy consumption and traffic congestion associated with personal

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Trees and Plantings. Trees and other plantings provide habitat and add to NYC’s

environmental quality in a wide variety of ways. Native plant species and native habitat provide

optimal support to local fauna, promote local biodiversity, and require less maintenance.

An estimate of the land area that will be vegetated, including the number of trees planted or

preserved, will be reported in square feet in the RAR.


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APPENDIX 3

SOIL/MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLAN

1.1 SOIL SCREENING METHODS

Visual, olfactory and PID soil screening and assessment will be performed under the

supervision of a Qualified Environmental Professional and will be reported in the RAR. Soil

screening will be performed during invasive work performed during the remedy and

development phases prior to issuance of the Notice of Completion.

1.2 STOCKPILE METHODS

Excavated soil from suspected areas of contamination (e.g., hot spots, USTs, drains, etc.)

will be stockpiled separately and will be segregated from clean soil and construction materials.

Stockpiles will be used only when necessary and will be removed as soon as practicable. While

stockpiles are in place, they will be inspected daily, and before and after every storm event.

Results of inspections will be recorded in a logbook and maintained at the Site and available for

inspection by OER. Excavated soils will be stockpiled on, at minimum, double layers of 8-mil

minimum sheeting, will be kept covered at all times with appropriately anchored plastic tarps,

and will be routinely inspected. Broken or ripped tarps will be promptly replaced.

All stockpile activities will be compliant with applicable laws and regulations. Soil stockpile

areas will be appropriately graded to control run-off in accordance with applicable laws and

regulations. Stockpiles of excavated soils and other materials shall be located at least of 50 feet

from the property boundaries, where possible. Hay bales or equivalent will surround soil

stockpiles except for areas where access by equipment is required. Silt fencing and hay bales will

be used as needed near catch basins, surface waters and other discharge points.

1.3 CHARACTERIZATION OF EXCAVATED MATERIALS

Soil/fill or other excavated media that is transported off-Site for disposal will be sampled in

a manner required by the receiving facility, and in compliance with applicable laws and

regulations. Soils proposed for reuse on-Site will be managed as defined in this plan.


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1.4 MATERIALS EXCAVATION, LOAD-OUT AND DEPARTURE

The PE/QEP overseeing the remedial action will:

• oversee remedial work and the excavation and load-out of excavated material;

• ensure that there is a party responsible for the safe execution of invasive and other

work performed under this work plan;

• ensure that Site development activities and development-related grading cuts will not

interfere with, or otherwise impair or compromise the remedial activities proposed in

this RAWP;

• ensure that the presence of utilities and easements on the Site has been investigated

and that any identified risks from work proposed under this plan are properly

addressed by appropriate parties;

• ensure that all loaded outbound trucks are inspected and cleaned if necessary before

leaving the Site;

• ensure that all egress points for truck and equipment transport from the Site will be

kept clean of Site-derived materials during Site remediation.

Locations where vehicles exit the Site shall be inspected daily for evidence of soil tracking

off premises. Cleaning of the adjacent streets will be performed as needed to maintain a clean

condition with respect to Site-derived materials.

Open and uncontrolled mechanical processing of historical fill and contaminated soil on-Site

will not be performed without prior OER approval.

1.5 OFF-SITE MATERIALS TRANSPORT

Loaded vehicles leaving the Site will comply with all applicable materials transportation

requirements (including appropriate covering, manifests, and placards) in accordance with

applicable laws and regulations, including use of licensed haulers in accordance with 6 NYCRR

Part 364. If loads contain wet material capable of causing leakage from trucks, truck liners will


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be used. Queuing of trucks will be performed on-Site, when possible in order to minimize off

Site disturbance. Off-Site queuing will be minimized.

Outbound truck transport routes will be determined by the construction manager for the site

and reported to OER prior to the start of construction. This routing takes into account the

following factors: (a) limiting transport through residential areas and past sensitive sites; (b) use

of mapped truck routes; (c) minimizing off-Site queuing of trucks entering the facility; (d)

limiting total distance to major highways; (e) promoting safety in access to highways; and (f)

overall safety in transport. To the extent possible, all trucks loaded with Site materials will travel

from the Site using these truck routes. Trucks will not stop or idle in the neighborhood after

leaving the project Site.

1.6 MATERIALS DISPOSAL OFF-SITE

The following documentation will be established and reported by the PE/QEP for each

disposal destination used in this project to document that the disposal of regulated material

exported from the Site conforms with applicable laws and regulations: (1) a letter from the

PE/QEP or Enrollee to each disposal facility describing the material to be disposed and

requesting written acceptance of the material. This letter will state that material to be disposed is

regulated material generated at an environmental remediation Site in Bronx, New York under a

governmental remediation program. The letter will provide the project identity and the name and

phone number of the PE/QEP or Enrollee. The letter will include as an attachment a summary of

all chemical data for the material being transported; and (2) a letter from each disposal facility

stating it is in receipt of the correspondence (1, above) and is approved to accept the material.

These documents will be included in the RAR.

The Remedial Action Report will include an itemized account of the destination of all

material removed from the Site during this remedial action. Documentation associated with

disposal of all material will include records and approvals for receipt of the material. This

information will be presented in the RAR.

All impacted soil/fill or other waste excavated and removed from the Site will be managed

as regulated material and will be disposed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.


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Historic fill and contaminated soils taken off-Site will be handled as solid waste and will not be

disposed at a Part 360-16 Registration Facility (also known as a Soil Recycling Facility).

Waste characterization will be performed for off-Site disposal in a manner required by the

receiving facility and in conformance with its applicable permits. Waste characterization

sampling and analytical methods, sampling frequency, analytical results and QA/QC will be

reported in the RAR. A manifest system for off-Site transportation of exported materials will be

employed. Manifest information will be reported in the RAR. Hazardous wastes derived from

on-Site will be stored, transported, and disposed of in compliance with applicable laws and

regulations.

If disposal of soil/fill from this Site is proposed for unregulated disposal (i.e., clean soil

removed for development purposes), including transport to a Part 360-16 Registration Facility, a

formal request will be made for approval by OER with an associated plan compliant with

6NYCRR Part 360-16. This request and plan will include the location, volume and a description

of the material to be recycled, including verification that the material is not impacted by site uses

and that the material complies with receipt requirements for recycling under 6NYCRR Part 360.

This material will be appropriately handled on-Site to prevent mixing with impacted material.

1.7 MATERIALS REUSE ON-SITE

Soil and fill that is derived from the property that meets the soil cleanup objectives

established in this plan may be reused on-Site. The soil cleanup objectives for on-Site reuse are

listed in Section 4.2. ‘Reuse on-Site’ means material that is excavated during the remedy or

development, does not leave the property, and is relocated within the same property and on

comparable soil/fill material, and addressed pursuant to the NYC VCP agreement subject to

Engineering and Institutional Controls. The PE/QEP will ensure that reused materials are

segregated from other materials to be exported from the Site and that procedures defined for

material reuse in this RAWP are followed.

Organic matter (wood, roots, stumps, etc.) or other waste derived from clearing and

grubbing of the Site will not be buried on-Site. Soil or fill excavated from the site for grading or

other purposes will not be reused within a cover soil layer or within landscaping berms.


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1.8 DEMARCATION

After completion of hotspot removal and any other invasive remedial activities, and prior to

backfilling, the top of the residual soil/fill will be defined by one of three methods: (1) placement

of a demarcation layer. The demarcation layer will consist of geosynthetic fencing or equivalent

material to be placed on the surface of residual soil/fill to provide an observable reference layer.

A description or map of the approximate depth of the demarcation layer will be provided in the

SMP; or (2) a land survey of the top elevation of residual soil/fill before the placement of cover

soils, pavement and associated sub-soils, or other materials or structures or, (3) all materials

beneath the approved cover will be considered impacted and subject to site management after the

remedy is complete. Demarcation may be established by one or any combination of these three

methods. As appropriate, a map showing the method of demarcation for the Site and all

associated documentation will be presented in the RAR.

This demarcation will constitute the top of the site management horizon. Materials within

this horizon require adherence to special conditions during future invasive activities as defined in

the Site Management Plan.

1.9 IMPORT OF BACKFILL SOIL FROM OFF-SITE SOURCES

This Section presents the requirements for imported fill materials to be used below the cover

layer and within the clean soil cover layer. All imported soils will meet OER-approved backfill

and cover soil quality objectives for this Site.

A process will be established to evaluate sources of backfill and cover soil to be imported to

the Site, and will include an examination of source location, current and historical use(s), and

any applicable documentation. Material from industrial sites, spill sites, environmental

remediation sites or other potentially contaminated sites will not be imported to the Site.

The following potential sources may be used pending attainment of backfill and cover soil

quality objectives:

• Clean soil from construction projects at non-industrial sites in compliance with applicable

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• Clean soil from roadway or other transportation-related projects in compliance with

applicable laws and regulations;

• Clean recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) from facilities permitted or registered by the

regulations of NYS DEC.

All materials received for import to the Site will be approved by a PE/QEP and will be in

compliance with provisions in this RAWP. The RAR will report the source of the fill, evidence

that an inspection was performed on the source, chemical sampling results, frequency of testing,

and a Site map indicating the locations where backfill or soil cover was placed.

Source Screening and Testing

Inspection of imported fill material will include visual, olfactory and PID screening for

evidence of contamination. Materials imported to the Site will be subject to inspection, as

follows:

• Trucks with imported fill material will be in compliance with applicable laws and

regulations and will enter the Site at designated locations;

• The PE/QEP is responsible to ensure that every truck load of imported material is

inspected for evidence of contamination; and

• Fill material will be free of solid waste including pavement materials, debris, stumps,

roots, and other organic matter, as well as ashes, oil, perishables or foreign matter.

Composite samples of imported material will be taken at a minimum frequency of one

sample for every 500 cubic yards of material. Once it is determined that the fill material meets

imported backfill or cover soil chemical requirements and is non-hazardous, and lacks petroleum

contamination, the material will be loaded onto trucks for delivery to the Site.

Recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) will be imported from facilities permitted or registered

by NYSDEC. Facilities will be identified in the RAR. A PE/QEP is responsible to ensure that

the facility is compliant with 6NYCRR Part 360 registration and permitting requirements for the

period of acquisition of RCA. RCA imported from compliant facilities will not require

additional testing, unless required by NYSDEC under its terms for operation of the facility.


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RCA imported to the Site must be derived from recognizable and uncontaminated concrete. RCA

material is not acceptable for, and will not be used as cover material.

1.10 FLUIDS MANAGEMENT

All liquids to be removed from the Site, including dewatering fluids, will be handled,

transported and disposed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Liquids discharged

into the New York City sewer system will receive prior approval by New York City Department

of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP). The NYC DEP regulates discharges to the New York

City sewers under Title 15, Rules of the City of New York Chapter 19. Discharge to the New

York City sewer system will require an authorization and sampling data demonstrating that the

groundwater meets the City’s discharge criteria. The dewatering fluid will be pretreated as

necessary to meet the NYC DEP discharge criteria. If discharge to the City sewer system is not

appropriate, the dewatering fluids will be managed by transportation and disposal at an off-Site

treatment facility.

Discharge of water generated during remedial construction to surface waters (i.e. a stream or

river) is prohibited without a SPDES permit issued by New York State Department of

Environmental Conservation.

1.11 STORM-WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION

Applicable laws and regulations pertaining to storm-water pollution prevention will be

addressed during the remedial program. Erosion and sediment control measures identified in this

RAWP (silt fences and barriers, and hay bale checks) will be installed around the entire

perimeter of the remedial construction area and inspected once a week and after every storm

event to ensure that they are operating appropriately. Discharge locations will be inspected to

determine whether erosion control measures are effective in preventing significant impacts to

receptors. Results of inspections will be recorded in a logbook and maintained at the Site and

available for inspection by OER. All necessary repairs shall be made immediately. Accumulated

sediments will be removed as required to keep the barrier and hay bale check functional.

Undercutting or erosion of the silt fence toe anchor will be repaired immediately with


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appropriate backfill materials. Manufacturer's recommendations will be followed for replacing

silt fencing damaged due to weathering.

1.12 CONTINGENCY PLAN

This contingency plan is developed for the remedial construction to address the discovery

of unknown structures or contaminated media during excavation. Identification of unknown

contamination source areas during invasive Site work will be promptly communicated to OER’s

Project Manager. Petroleum spills will be reported to the NYS DEC Spill Hotline. These findings

will be included in the daily report. If previously unidentified contaminant sources are found

during on-Site remedial excavation or development-related excavation, sampling will be

performed on contaminated source material and surrounding soils and reported to OER.

Chemical analytical testing will be performed for TAL metals, TCL volatiles and semi-volatiles,

TCL pesticides and PCBs, as appropriate.

1.13 ODOR, DUST AND NUISANCE CONTROL

Odor Control

All necessary means will be employed to prevent on- and off-Site odor nuisances. At a

minimum, procedures will include: (a) limiting the area of open excavations; (b) shrouding open

excavations with tarps and other covers; and (c) use of foams to cover exposed odorous soils. If

odors develop and cannot otherwise be controlled, additional means to eliminate odor nuisances

will include: (d) direct load-out of soils to trucks for off-Site disposal; and (e) use of chemical

odorants in spray or misting systems.

This odor control plan is capable of controlling emissions of nuisance odors. If nuisance

odors are identified, work will be halted and the source of odors will be identified and corrected.

Work will not resume until all nuisance odors have been abated. OER will be notified of all odor

complaint events. Implementation of all odor controls, including halt of work, will be the

responsibility of the PE/QEP’s certifying the Remedial Action Report.


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Dust Control

Dust management during invasive on-Site work will include, at a minimum:

• Use of a dedicated water spray methodology for roads, excavation areas and

stockpiles.

• Use of properly anchored tarps to cover stockpiles.

• Exercise extra care during dry and high-wind periods.

• Use of gravel or recycled concrete aggregate on egress and other roadways to

provide a clean and dust-free road surface.

This dust control plan is capable of controlling emissions of dust. If nuisance dust

emissions are identified, work will be halted and the source of dusts will be identified and

corrected. Work will not resume until all nuisance dust emissions have been abated. OER will

be notified of all dust complaint events. Implementation of all dust controls, including halt of

work, will be the responsibility of the PE/QEP’s responsible for certifying the Remedial Action

Report.

Other Nuisances

Noise control will be exercised during the remedial program. All remedial work will

conform, at a minimum, to NYC noise control standards.

Rodent control will be provided, during Site clearing and grubbing, and during the remedial

program, as necessary, to prevent nuisances.


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APPENDIX 4

HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN

Main Office Brooklyn Office 77 Arkay Drive, Suite G 15 Ocean Avenue, 2nd Floor Hauppauge, New York 11788 Brooklyn, New York 11225 T (631) 462-5866 • F (631) 462-5877 T (718) 636-0800 • F (718) 636-0900

WWW.HYDROTECHENVIRONMENTAL.COM

CONSTRUCTION HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN

801-849 & 881-885 East Gunhill Road Bronx, New York

Block 4670, Lots 2 and 5 E-279, CEQR # 11DCP148X

Prepared By: Hydro Tech Environmental, Corp.

15 Ocean Avenue, 2nd Floor Brooklyn, New York 11225

CONSTRUCTION HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN

801-849 & 881-885 East Gunhill Road Bronx, New York

OER Project # N/A

Block 4670, Lots 2 and 5

E-279, CEQR # 11DCP148X

Hydro Tech Environmental, Corp. has prepared this Construction Health & Safety Plan as a part of the Remedial Action Work Plan (RAWP) for the property located at 801-849 and 881-885 East Gunhill Road (Block 4670; Lots 2 and 5), Brooklyn, New York. Should you require any additional information or have any comments regarding the contents of this report, please feel free to contact our office at your convenience. Very Truly Yours, Hydro Tech Environmental, Corp.

X______________________________ Ezgi Karayel Project Engineer

X______________________________ Mark E. Robbins, C.P.G., C.E.I. Senior Vice President

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page Number 1.0 Introduction ...................................................................................................... 1 2.0 Scope of Work ................................................................................................... 2 3.0 Staffing ............................................................................................................. 3 4.0 Chemical & Waste Description/Characterization ............................................... 5 5.0 Hazard Assessment and Mitigation .................................................................... 6 6.0 Training ............................................................................................................ 8 7.0 Medical Surveillance .......................................................................................... 9 8.0 Site Control, PPE & Communications ............................................................... 10 9.0 Air Monitoring Plan .......................................................................................... 12 10.0 Safety Considerations ..................................................................................... 13 11.0 Decontamination and Disposal Procedures ..................................................... 15 12.0 Emergency Plan .............................................................................................. 17 13.0 Sanitation ...................................................................................................... 20 Figures 1. Directions to NY State Bronx State Hospital

Appendices A. Material Safety Data Sheets

CHASP Page 1 801-84 & 881-885 E. Gunhill Road Hydro Tech Job # 120059 Bronx, New York May 25, 2012

1.0 INTRODUCTION This Construction Health & Safety Plan (CHASP) has been prepared by Hydro Tech Environmental, Corp. (Hydro Tech) in response to the “E” Designation for HazMat/Air/Noise (E-279) assigned to the property located at 801-849 East Gunhill Road (Block 4670; Lot 5) and for HazMat/Noise (E-279) assigned to the property located at 881-885 East Gunhill Road (Block 4670; Lot 2), Bronx, New York. This CHASP is provided as a part of the Remedial Action Work Plan (RAWP) for this Site and will conform to applicable regulations, safe work practices and the project’s requirements. The Purpose of the CHASP is to address the New York City Environmental Quality Review (CEQR) #11DCP148X requirements for hazardous materials, air and noise identified at the Site in anticipation of a future commercial use of one (1) 1-story building with a cellar at the Site. This Site has not been assigned New York City Mayor’s Office of Environmental Remediation (OER) tracking reference yet. The Hydro Tech Project Manager (PM), Site Safety Officer (SSO) and field staff (when necessary) will implement the Plan during construction. Compliance with this HASP is required of all persons and third parties who perform the scope of work documented for this project. Assistance in implementing this CHASP can be obtained from the SSO. The content of this CHASP may change or undergo revisions based upon additional information that is made available to health and safety personnel, monitoring results, or changes in the technical scope of work. It should be noted that this CHASP does not apply to any other scopes of work that may be performed at the Site that are not specifically outlined in this report. Through preparation of this HASP, Hydro Tech and all Subcontractors (if any) do not guarantee the health or safety of any person entering this Site. Due to the nature of this Site and the activities occurring thereon, it is not possible to discover, evaluate and provide protection for all possible hazards that may be encountered. Only those portions of this CHASP that specifically apply to the activities at the Site will be enacted by authorized personnel of Hydro Tech. Strict adherence to the applicable portions of these health and safety guidelines set forth herein will reduce, but not eliminate the potential for injury at this Site. The health and safety guidelines in this CHASP were prepared specifically for this Site and should not be utilized for any other site without prior research and evaluation by trained health and safety specialists and approval by Hydro Tech.


2.0 SCOPE OF WORK This CHASP has been prepared to be implemented prior to the development of the proposed one (1) 1-story commercial building with a cellar at the Site. Prior environmental assessments identified low levels of VOCs in the shallow soil samples, and of these only acetone exceeded its respective New York State Department of Environmental conservation (NYSDEC) Unrestricted Use Soil Cleanup Objective (SCOs) in three the soil samples. In deeper soils, only acetone was detected at slightly above Track-1 SCOs. Acetone is suspected laboratory contaminant. Six (6) Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon (PAH) SVOCs were identified above their Track 1 SCOs in the shallow soil. Seven (7) metals were identified in shallow soil samples above their respective Track 1 SCOs. For deeper soils, five (5) metals were identified above their respective Track 1 SCOs.

One (1) SVOC, specifically; bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate was identified at concentrations exceeding its respective Groundwater Quality Standards (GQS) in two of the groundwater samples. One dissolved metal, specifically magnesium, was identified above GQSs. A low level of lead was identified in one of the unfiltered groundwater samples above GQS.

Results of the prior investigation further indicate the presence of several VOCs in the soil vapor beneath the Site. Prior to any fieldwork, the New York City One-Call Unit will be contacted so that all public utilities can be marked out. The proposed schedule of fieldwork will be coordinated with both the client and the NYCOER. 2.1 SITE DESCRIPTION

The Site is located at 801-849 and 881-888 Road in the Williamsbrigde section in Bronx, New York and is identified as Block 4670 and Lots 2 and 5 on the New York City Tax Map. The Site is 39,000-square feet and is bounded by multi-story residential buildings to the north, East Gunhill Road to the south, Bronxwood Avenue to the east, and Barnes Avenue to the west. Currently, Lot 5 contains one 1-story brick commercial building with a full basement. The building is in poor condition and is partially demolished. Lot 2 contains a 1-story commercial building with no basement. The building is occupied by two restaurants and a vacant coffee shop. The remaining portions of the Site consist of asphalt parking. The vicinity of the Site consists of residential and commercial properties.


3.0 STAFFING This section briefly describes the personnel involved in Site remedial activities, their contact information and their health and safety responsibilities. This section also provides directions to hospital in the case of a health emergency. EMERGENCY NUMBERS

Contact Phone Number NY State Bronx State Hospital (718) 882-3328 New York City EMS 911 NYPD 911 NYFD 911 National Response Center (800) 424-8802 Poison Information Center (800) 562-8816 Chemtree (800) 424-9555 Project Management/Health and Safety Personnel Title Contact Phone Number Cell Phone Senior Geologist Rachel Ataman (631) 462-5866 (631) 457-0032 Site Safety Officer Ezgi Karayel (718) 636-0800 (631) 457-3236 Project Manager Ezgi Karayel (718) 636-0800 (631) 457-3236 Directions to NY State Bronx State Hospital (see Figure 1) Upon leaving the Site, head southeast towards Bronxwood Avenue. Take the first right onto Bronxwood Avenue. Turn right onto Burke Avenue. Then turn left onto White Plains Road and the hospital will be on the left. PROJECT MANAGER As necessary, the Project Manager will perform the following: • Has the overall responsibility for the health and safety of site personnel • Ensures that adequate resources are provided to the field staff to carry out their

responsibilities as outlined below. • Ensures that fieldwork is scheduled with adequate personnel and equipment resources to

complete the job in a safe manner. • Ensures that adequate communication between field crews and emergency response

personnel is maintained. • Ensures that field site personnel are adequately trained and qualified to work at the Site. SITE SAFETY OFFICER As necessary, the Site Safety Officer will perform the following: • Directs and coordinates health and safety monitoring activities. • Ensures that field teams utilize proper personal protective equipment (PPE). • Conducts initial on-Site, specific training prior to personnel and/or subcontractors

proceeding to work. • Conducts and documents periodic safety briefings; ensures that field team members comply

with this Construction HASP. • Completes and maintains Accident/Incident Report Forms. • Notifies corporate administration of all accidents/incidents. • Determines upgrade or downgrade of PPE based on site conditions and/or downgrade of PPE

based on site conditions and/or real-time monitoring results. • Ensures that monitoring instruments are calibrated daily or as determined by manufacturer’s

suggested instructions. • Maintains health and safety field log books. • Develops and ensures implementation of the Construction HASP. • Approves revised or new safety protocols for field operations.


• Coordinates revisions of this Construction HASP with field personnel and the SSO Division Contracting Officer.

• Responsible for the development of new company safety protocols and procedures and resolution of any outstanding safety issues which may arise during the conduction of site work.

• Reviews personnel and subcontractors current and up-to-date medical examination and acceptability of health and safety training.

FIELD PERSONNEL AND SUBCONTRACTORS (IF ANY) • Reports any unsafe or potentially hazardous conditions to the SSO • Maintains knowledge of the information, instructions, and emergency response actions

contained in this Construction HASP. • Comply with rules, regulations and procedures as set forth in this Construction HASP and

any revisions that are instituted. • Prevents admittance to work sites by unauthorized personnel.


4.0 CHEMICAL & WASTE ESCRIPTION/CHARACTERIZATION The following list of compounds and metals are based on the results of the recent subsurface investigation: • Acetone • Benzo (a) Anthracene • Benzo (a) Pyrene • Benzo (b) Fluoranthene • Benzo (k) Fluoranthene • Chrysene • Dibenzo (a,h) Anthracene • Indeno (1,2,3-cd) Pyrene • Cadmium • Chromium Trivalent • Copper • Lead • Manganese • Nickel • Zinc

Appendix A contains Material Safety Data Sheets for general compounds and metals The following information references are presented in order to identify the properties, characteristics and hazards of the compounds and metals that may/will be encountered at the Site.

* Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials - Sax * Chemical Hazards of the Workplace - Proctor/Hughes * Condensed Chemical Dictionary - Hawley * Rapid Guide to Hazardous Chemical in the Workplace - Lewis 1990. * NIOSH Guide to Chemical Hazards – 1990. * ACGIH TLV Values and Biological Exposure Indices - 1991-1992.


5.0 HAZARD ASSESSMENT AND MITIGATION The potential hazards associated with planned site activities include chemical, physical and biological hazards associated with the construction. This section discusses those hazards that are anticipated to be encountered during the activities listed in the scope of work. The potential to encounter chemical hazards is dependent upon the work activity performed (invasive or non-invasive), the duration, and location of the work activity. Such hazards could include inhalation or skin contact with chemicals that could cause: dermatitis, skin burn, being overcome by vapors, or asphyxiation. In addition, the handling of contaminated materials and chemicals could result in fire and/or explosion. The potential to encounter physical hazards during site work includes: heat stress, exposure to excessive noise, loss of limbs, being crushed, head injuries, cuts and bruises, and other physical hazards due to motor vehicle operation, heavy equipment and power tools. CHEMICAL HAZARDS

Exposure Pathways Exposure to these compounds during ongoing activities may occur through inhalation of contaminated dust particles, inhalation of volatile vapor fume compounds, by way of dermal absorption, and accidental ingestion of the contaminant by either direct or indirect cross contamination activities (eating, smoking, poor hygiene). Indirectly, inhalation of contaminated dust particles can occur during adverse weather conditions (high or changing wind directions) or during operations that may generate airborne dust such as excavation. Dust Suppression The following techniques have been shown to be effective for the controlling of the generation and migration of dust during construction activities.

1. Applying water on haul roads. 2. Wetting equipment and excavation faces. 3. Spraying water on buckets during excavation and dumping. 4. Hauling materials in properly sealed or watertight containers. 5. Restricting vehicle speeds to 10mph. 6. Covering excavated areas and material after excavation activity ceases. 7. Reducing the excavation size and/or number of excavations. 8. Applying a dust suppressant, such as calcium chloride, in high vehicle traffic areas.

To evaluate the effectiveness of the dust suppression measures, air monitoring utilizing real-time dust-monitoring equipment will be preformed. The requirements for air monitoring during post-remediation soil disturbance activities are presented in Section 5.0. Additional Precautions Dermal absorption or skin contact with chemical compounds is possible during invasive activities at the Site, including the excavation and/or capping of soils. The use of PPE in accordance with Section 9.0 and strict adherence to proper decontamination procedures should significantly reduce the risk of skin contact. The potential for accidental ingestion of potentially hazardous chemicals is expected to be remote, when good hygiene practices are used. Unauthorized personnel, including all children, will not be allowed access to the Site. PHYSICAL HAZARDS A variety of physical hazards may be present during Site activities. These hazards are similar to those associated with any construction type project. These physical hazards are due to motor vehicles, and heavy equipment operation, the use of improper use of power and hand tools, misuse of pressurized cylinders, walking on objects, tripping over objects, working on surfaces which have the potential to promote falling,


mishandling and improper storage of solid and hazardous materials, skin burns, crushing of fingers, toes, limbs, hit on the head by falling objects or hit one’s head due to not seeing the object of concern, temporary loss of one’s hearing and/or eyesight. Theses hazards are not unique and are generally familiar to most hazardous waste site workers at construction sites. Additional task specific safety requirements will be covered during safety briefings.


6.0 TRAINING GENERAL HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING In accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120, all construction personnel involved with the portions of the scope of work described in Section 2.0 will be briefed by the Project Manager on the potential hazards and the overall requirements in meeting the specifications of this Construction HASP. The SSO will have the responsibility of ensuring that personnel assigned to this project comply with these requirements. Written certification of completion of any required training, if necessary, will be provided to the SSO. MANAGER/SUPERVISOR TRAINING In accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120, on-Site management and supervisors who will be directly responsible for, or who supervise employees engaged in hazardous waste operation shall receive training as required in this Construction HASP and at least eight (8) additional hours of specialized training on managing such operations at the time of job assignment. SITE SPECIFIC TRAINING Prior to commencement of field activities, all personnel assigned to the project will be provided training that will specifically address the activities, procedures, monitoring, and equipment for the site operations. It will include Site and facility layout, hazards, and emergency services at the Site, and will highlight all provisions contained within this Construction HASP. This training will also allow field workers to clarify anything they do not understand and to reinforce their responsibilities regarding safety and operations for their particular activity. ON-SITE SAFETY BRIEFINGS Project personnel and visitors will be given periodic on-site health and safety briefings by the SSO, or their designee, to assist site personnel in safely conducting their work activities. The briefings will include information on new operations to be conducted, changes in work practices, or changes in the Site’s environmental conditions. The briefings will also provide a forum to facilitate conformance with safety requirements and to identify performance deficiencies related to safety during daily activities or as a result of safety audits. ADDITIONAL TRAINING Additional training may be required by the SSO for participation in certain field tasks during the course of the project. Such additional training could be in the safe operation of heavy or power tool equipment or hazard communication training. SUBCONTRACTOR TRAINING Subcontractor personnel working on-site may be exempted from the contents of this Construction HASP. The SSO will determine if this exemption is allowed. In any case, the subcontractor personnel who are exposed to hazards are not exempted from the contents of this Construction HASP.


7.0 MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE GENERAL No general or specific medical surveillance or other medical requirements are set forth in this Construction HASP.


8.0 SITE CONTROL, PPE & COMMUNICATIONS SITE CONTROL The area where the activities of the scope of work will be performed is considered to be the Exclusion Zone (EZ). All areas where excavation and handling of contaminated materials take place are considered the EZ. This zone will be clearly delineated by cones, tape, or other means. The SSO may establish more than one EZ where different levels of protection may be employed or where different hazards exist. Personnel are not allowed in the EZ without: • A buddy • Appropriate personal protective equipment (as necessary) The remaining portions of the Site outside of the EZ will be the Support Zone (SZ). Appropriate sanitary facilities and safety equipment will be located in SZ. Potentially contaminated personnel or materials are not allowed in this zone. The only exception will be appropriately packaged/decontaminated and labeled samples. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT General The level of protection worn by field personnel will be enforced by the SSO. Levels of protection may be upgraded or downgraded at the discretion of the SSO. The decision shall be based on real-time air monitoring, site history data, and prior site experience. Any changes in the level of protection shall be recorded in the health and safety field logbook. PPE Specifications For tasks requiring Level C PPE, the following equipment shall be used:

• Cotton or disposable coveralls • Disposable outer coveralls (Poly-coated Tyvek) • Gloves, inner (latex) • Gloves, outer (Nitrile®) • Boots (PVC), steel toe/shank • Boot covers (as needed) • Hard Hat • Hearing protection (as needed) • Splash suit and face shield for decontamination operations (as needed)

For tasks requiring Level D PPE, the following equipment shall be used:

• Cotton or disposable coveralls • Gloves, inner (latex) • Gloves, outer (Nitrile®) • Boots (PVC) steel toe/shank • Boot covers (as needed) • Hard hat • Hearing protection (as needed) • Safety glasses

For tasks requiring respiratory protection, the following equipment shall be used: Level D – No respiratory protective equipment necessary. Level C – Dust Mask. Initial Levels of Protection Levels of protection for the activities may be upgraded or downgraded depending on direct-reading instruments or personnel monitoring. The following are the initial levels of protection that shall be used for each planned field activity.


LEVEL OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED Level of Protection Activity Respiratory/PPE

Excavations C/D Foundation Construction & Capping C/D COMMUNICATIONS Communications is the ability to talk with others. While working in Level C Protection, personnel may find that communication becomes a more difficult task and process to accomplish. This is further complicated by distance and space. In order to address this problem, electronic instruments, mechanical devices or hand signals will be used as follows: • Walkie-Talkies - Hand held radios would be utilized as much as possible by field teams for

communication between downrange operations and the Command Post base station. • Telephones - A mobile telephone will be located in the Command Post vehicle in the Support

Zone for communication with emergency support services/facilities. If a telephone is demobilized, the nearest public phones will be identified.

• Air Horns - A member of the downrange field team will carry an air horn and another will be

evident in the Support Zone to alert field personnel to an emergency situation. • Hand Signals - Members of the field team using the buddy system will employ this

communication method. Signals become especially important when in the vicinity of heavy moving equipment and when using Level B respiratory equipment. The signals shall become familiar to the entire field team before site operations commence and they will be reinforced and reviewed during site-specific training.

HAND SIGNALS FOR ON-SITE COMMUNICATION

Signal Meaning Hand gripping throat Out of air, can’t breathe Grip partners’ wrist Leave area immediately; no debate Hands on top of head Need assistance Thumbs up OK, I’m all right; I understand Thumbs down No; negative, unable to understand you. I’m not

all right


9.0 AIR MONITORING PLAN GENERAL Continuous air monitoring in the EZ during invasive tasks will accompany site operations, as indicated in this HASP or as required by the SSO. Monitoring will be performed to verify the adequacy of respiratory protection, to aid in site layout and to document work exposure. All monitoring instruments shall be operated by qualified personnel only and will be calibrated daily prior to use, or more often as necessary. For additional references and information, see Hydro Tech’s Site-Specific Air Monitoring Program. REAL-TIME MONITORING Instrumentation A PID (to monitor total volatile organic concentrations) will be used to measure worker breathing zone ambient on-site concentrations during on-site activities. The equipment will be calibrated daily and the results noted in the project field book. A background level will be established, at a minimum, on a daily basis, and recorded in the field book. The following response actions will be taken based on PID readings in the breathing zone. All work will be performed in level D PPE unless breathing zone volatile organic concentrations exceed 5 ppm. Once levels of 25 ppm are measured, work will be stopped. Volatile Organics Photoionization

Detector (PID) >5ppm Temporarily halt work activities

& monitor until readings decrease to below 5ppm.

>5ppm<25ppm Halt work activities, upgrade to level C continue monitoring.

>25ppm Shut down work activities

During soil excavation, particulate monitoring will be performed using a real-time particulate monitor that will monitor particulate matter less than ten microns (PM10) with the following minimum performance standards: Object to be measured: Dust. Mists, Aerosols Size range: < 0.1 to 10 microns Sensitivity: 0.001 mg/m3 Overall Accuracy: = 10% as compared to gravimetric analysis of stearic acid or reference dust. Particulate levels will be monitored immediately downwind at the working site and integrated over a period not to exceed 15 minutes. The action level will be established at 150 ug/m3 over the integrated period not to exceed 15 minutes. Action Levels Action levels for upgrading of PPE in this Construction HASP will apply to all site work during the duration of field activities at the Site. The action level is the presence of visible airborne dust. When airborne dust is observed, specific dust-mitigating procedures will be implemented. These dust-mitigating procedures are documented in Section 6.0.


10.0 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS GENERAL In addition to the specific requirements of this HASP, common sense should be used at all times. The general safety rules and practices below will be in effect at the Site at the discretion of the Project Manager, SSO or other authorized personnel. • The site will be suitably marked or barricaded as necessary to prevent unauthorized visitors

but not hinder emergency services if needed. • As needed, all open holes, trenches, and obstacles will be properly barricaded in accordance

with local site requirements. These requirements will be determined by proximity to traffic ways, both pedestrian and vehicular, and site of the hole, trench, or obstacle. If holes are required to be left open during non-working hours, they will be adequately decked over or barricaded and sufficiently lighted.

• Before any digging or boring operations are conducted, underground utility locations will be

identified. All boring, excavation, and other site work will be planned and performed with consideration for underground lines. Any excavation work will be performed in accordance with Hydro Tech’s Standard Operating Procedures for Excavations.

• Either workers or other people will enact dust-mitigating procedures when the potential for

the inhalation of dust particles is present. • The act of smoking and/or ignition sources in the vicinity of potentially flammable or

contaminated material is strictly prohibited. • Drilling, boring, and use of cranes and drilling rigs, erection of towers, movement of vehicles

and equipment and other activities will be planned and performed with consideration for the location, height, and relative position of aboveground utilities and fixtures, including signs; canopies; building and other structures and construction; and natural features such as trees, boulders, bodies of water, and terrain.

• When working in areas where flammable vapors may be present, particular care shall be exercised with tools and equipment that may be sources of ignition. All tools and equipment provided must be properly bonded and/or grounded. Metal buttons and zippers are prohibited on safety clothing for areas that may contain a flammable or explosive atmosphere.

• Approved and appropriate safety equipment (as specified in this Construction HASP), such as

eye protection, hard hats, foot protection, and respirators, must be worn in areas where required. In addition, eye protection must be worn when sampling soil or water that may be contaminated.

• No smoking, eating, chewing tobacco, gum chewing, or drinking will be allowed in the

contaminated areas. • Contaminated tools and hands must be kept away from the face. • Personnel must use personal hygiene safe guards (washing up) at the end of the shift or as

soon as possible after leaving the Site. • Each sample must be treated and handled as though it were contaminated. • Persons with long hair and/or loose fitting clothing that could become entangled in power

equipment must take adequate precautions. • Horseplay is prohibited in the work area.


• Work while under the influence of intoxicants, narcotics, or controlled substances is

prohibited. POSTED SIGNS Posted danger signs will be used where an immediate hazard exists. Caution signs will be posted to warn against potential hazards and to caution against unsafe practices. Traffic control methods and barricades will be used as needed. Wooden stakes and flagging tape, or equally effective material will be used to demarcate all restricted areas. Other postings may include the OSHA poster, emergency hospital route, and telephone numbers of contact personnel. INVASIVE OPERATIONS The SSO will be present on-Site during all invasive work (e.g. excavations and capping). The SSO will ensure that appropriate monitoring, levels of protection, and safety procedures are followed. No personnel will enter any excavations for any reasons. All non-essential personnel will stay at least 10 feet back from the edge of the excavation and out of the swing radius of the backhoe. No drums or other potential sources will be sampled or removed during this phase without further additions to the Construction HASP. The proximity of water, sewer, and electrical lines will be identified prior to invasive operations. The possibility of the presence of underground conduits or vessels containing materials under pressure will also be investigated prior to invasive operations. Properly-sized containment systems will be utilized and consideration of the potential volume of liquid or waste released during operations will be discussed with members of the field team to minimize the potential for spills and provide a method for collection of waste materials. Emergency evacuation procedures and the location of safety equipment will be established prior to start up operations. The use of protective clothing, especially hard hats, boots, and gloves will be required during drilling and other heavy equipment work. SOIL, GROUNDWATER AND LIQUID WASTE SAMPLING Personnel must wear prescribed protective clothing and equipment including eye protection, chemical resistant gloves and splash aprons (where appropriate) when sampling solids and liquids. Sample bottles are to be bagged prior to sampling to ease decontamination. Personnel must be aware of the location of emergency equipment, including spill containment materials prior to sampling. Personnel are to practice contamination avoidance at all times, as well as to utilize the buddy system and maintain communications with the Command Post. In some situations, such as sampling groundwater wells, additional monitoring may be needed to confirm or establish the proper level of protection before the sampling team can proceed. HEAVY EQUIPMENT DECONTAMINATION Personnel steam cleaning heavy equipment, if necessary shall use the prescribed level of protection and adhere to the buddy system. Initially this task usually employs Level C. The heavy equipment decontamination shall be restricted to authorized personnel only. Special consideration will be given to wind speed and direction. Downwind areas are to be kept free of personnel to avoid unnecessary exposure to potential airborne contamination. ADDITIONAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS No other additional safety considerations at this time.


11.0 DECONTAMINATION AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES CONTAMINATION PREVENTION One of the most important aspects of decontamination is the prevention of contamination. Good contamination prevention should minimize worker exposure and help ensure valid sample results by precluding cross-contamination. Procedures for contamination avoidance include: Personnel: Do not walk through areas of obvious or known contamination. Do not directly handle or touch contaminated materials. Make sure that there are no cuts or tears on PPE. Fasten all closures in suits; cover with tape if necessary. Particular care should be taken to prevent any skin injuries. Stay upwind of airborne contaminants. Do not carry cigarettes, cosmetics, gum, etc. into contaminated areas. Sampling and Monitoring: When required by the SSO, cover instruments with clear plastic, leaving openings for sampling ports. Keep all decontaminated sampling materials in bags prior to emplacement of sample matrix. Heavy Equipment: Care should be taken to limit the amount of contamination that comes in contact with heavy equipment (tires). Dust control measures may be needed on roads inside the site boundaries. PERSONNEL DECONTAMINATION All personnel shall pass through an outlined decontamination procedure when exiting the hot zone at each location. A field washes for equipment and PPE shall be set up at each work location. The system will include a gross wash and rinse for all disposable clothing and boots worn in the EZ. Upon exiting the EZ, all personnel will wash their hands, arms, neck, and face before entering the Support Zone. EQUIPMENT DECONTAMINATION Equipment used at the Site that is potentially contaminated shall be decontaminated to prevent hazardous materials from leaving the Site. All heavy equipment will be decontaminated at the decontamination pad and inspected by the SSO and Project Manager before it leaves the Site. The decontamination area will provide for the containment of all wastewater from the decontamination process. Respirators, airline and any other personnel equipment that comes in contact with contaminated soils shall pass through a field wash. DECONTAMINATION DURING MEDICAL EMERGENCIES If emergency life-saving first aid and/or medical treatment are required, normal decontamination procedures may need to be abbreviated or omitted. The Site SSO or designee will accompany contaminated victims to the medical facility to provide advice on matters involving decontamination, when necessary. The outer garments can be removed if they do not cause delays, interfere with treatment, or aggravate the problem. Respiratory equipment must always be removed. Protective clothing can be cut away. If the outer contaminated garments cannot be safely removed, a plastic barrier between the individual and clean surfaces should be used to help prevent contaminating the inside of ambulances and /or medical personnel. Outer garments are then removed at the medical facility. No attempt will be made to wash or rinse the victim, unless it is known that the individual has been contaminated with an extremely toxic or corrosive material that could also cause severe injury or loss of life to emergency response personnel. For minor medical problems or injuries, the normal decontamination procedures will be followed. Note that heat stroke requires prompt treatment to prevent irreversible damage or death. Protective clothing must be promptly removed. Less serious forms of heat stress also require prompt attention and removal of protective clothing immediately. Decontamination should be omitted or minimized and treatment begun immediately


unless the victim is obviously contaminated. DISPOSAL PROCEDURES A segregating system of non-hazardous waste and hazardous waste will be developed by the SSO and Project Manager. All discarded material, waste materials, or other objects shall be handled in such a way as to preclude the potential for spreading contamination, creating sanitary hazards, or causing litter to be left on site. All potentially contaminated materials, e.g. clothing, gloves, etc., will be bagged or drummed as necessary, labeled and segregated for disposal. All non-contaminated materials shall be collected and bagged for appropriate disposal as normal domestic waste.


12.0 EMERGENCY PLAN The potential for the development of an emergency situation is low considering the low concentrations of hazardous substances at the work site. Nevertheless, an emergency situation could occur. All personnel, prior to the start of work, will know the emergency plan outlined in this section. The emergency plan will be available for use at all times during site work. Various individual site characteristics will determine preliminary actions taken to assure that this emergency plan is successfully implemented in the event of a site emergency. Careful consideration must be given to the proximity of neighborhood housing or places of employment, and to the relative possibility of site fire, explosion or release of vapors or gases that could affect the surrounding community. The Project Manager shall make contact with local fire, police, and other emergency units prior to beginning work on site. In these contacts, the Project Manager will inform the emergency units about the nature and duration of work expected to the Site and the type of contaminants and the possible health or safety effects of emergencies involving these contaminants. At this time, the Project Manager and the emergency response units shall make the necessary arrangements to be prepared for any emergencies that could occur. The Project Manager shall implement the contingency plan whenever conditions at the Site warrant such action. The Project Manager will be responsible for coordination of the evacuation emergency treatment, and transportation of site personnel as necessary, and notification of emergency response units and the appropriate management staff. EVACUATION In the event of an emergency situation, such as fire, explosion, or significant release of toxic gases, an air horn or other appropriate device will be sounded for approximately 10 second intervals indicating the initiation of evacuation procedures. All personnel will evacuate and assemble near the entrance to the site. The location shall be upwind of the Site where possible. For efficient and safe site evacuation and assessment of the emergency situation, the Project Manager will have authority to initiate action if outside services are required. Under no circumstances will incoming personnel or visitors be allowed to proceed into the area once the emergency signal has been given. The SSO or designated SSO must ensure that access for emergency equipment is provided and that all combustion apparatuses have been shut down once the alarm has been sounded. Once the safety of all personnel is established, the Fire Department and other emergency response groups as necessary will be notified by telephone of the emergency. POTENTIAL OR ACTUAL FIRE OR EXPLOSION Immediately evacuate the Site (air horn will sound for 10-second intervals), notify the local fire and police departments, and other appropriate emergency response groups if an actual fire or explosion has taken place. PERSONNEL INJURY Emergency first aid shall be applied on site as deemed necessary. If necessary, the individual shall be decontaminated and transported to the nearest medical facility. The ambulance/rescue squad shall be contacted for transport as necessary in an emergency. However, since some situations may require transport of an injured party by other means, the hospital route is identified below. A map to this facility provided with this HASP in Section 2.2.3.


ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORTING As soon as first aid and/or emergency response needs have been met, the employer of the injured party must be immediately notified of any incident. Written confirmation of verbal reports is to be submitted within 24 hours. A standard report form entitled “Accident Data Report” is to be used for this purpose. For reporting purposes, the term accident refers to fatalities, lost time injuries, spill, or exposure to hazardous materials (toxic materials, explosive or flammable materials). Any information released from the health care provider, which is not deemed confidential patient information, is to be attached to the appropriate form. Any medical information that is released by patient consent is to be filed in the individuals’ medical records and treated as confidential. OVERT PERSONNEL EXPOSURE SKIN CONTACT: Use copious amounts of soap and water. Wash/rinse affected

area thoroughly, and then provide appropriate medical attention. Eyes should be rinsed for 15 minutes upon chemical contamination.

INHALATION: Move personnel to fresh air and if necessary, decontaminate and

transport to hospital. INGESTION: Decontamination and transport to emergency medical facility. PUNCTURE WOUND OR LACERATION: Decontaminate and transport to emergency medical facility. ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS In the event of adverse weather conditions, the SSO or designee will determine if work can continue without sacrificing the health and safety of all field workers. Some of the items to be considered prior to determining if work should continue are: * Potential for heat stress and heat-related injuries * Potential for cold stress and cold-related injuries * Treacherous weather-related conditions * Limited visibility * Potential for electrical storms Site activities will be limited to daylight hours and acceptable weather conditions. Inclement working conditions include heavy rain, fog, high winds, and lighting. Observe daily weather reports and evacuate if necessary in case of inclement weather conditions. EMERGENCY RESPONSE EQUIPMENT LIST Some or all of the following will either be available on-Site or be able to be brought to the Site within a 2-hour period: * 55 Gallon Drums * 85 Gallon Drums * Absorbent Pads * Absorbent Booms * Speedy-Dry * Plastic Sheeting * Hay Bales * Pneumatic Nibbler * Back Hoe * Pressure Washer * Air Compressor * Wilden Pumps * Equipment Storage Trailer


* Submersible Pumps * Miscellaneous Hand Tools * Portable Lighting LARGE EQUIPMENT If necessary, the following large equipment will be brought to the Site within 2-hours: * Large Vacuum Truck * Super Sucker * Dump Trucks * Drill Rig * Utility Vehicle


13.0 SANITATION Since sanitary sewer connection has not been established, provisions shall be made for access to sanitary systems by using nearby public facilities consistent with provisions of governing local ordinance codes. This will include the use of outside firms providing and maintaining “Porta Potties” or similar devices. If a commercial/industrial laundry is used to clean or launder clothing that is potentially contaminated, they shall be informed of the potential harmful effects of exposure to hazardous substances related to the affected clothing. Personnel and subcontractors sites shall follow decontamination procedures described in the Construction HASP. This will generally include, when necessary, site-specific training in shower usage and cleanup, personal hygiene requirements and the donning of protective equipment/clothing.

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Material Safety Data SheetAcetone MSDS

Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Acetone

Catalog Codes: SLA3502, SLA1645, SLA3151, SLA3808

CAS#: 67-64-1

RTECS: AL3150000

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Acetone

CI#: Not applicable.

Synonym: 2-propanone; Dimethyl Ketone;Dimethylformaldehyde; Pyroacetic Acid

Chemical Name: Acetone

Chemical Formula: C3-H6-O

Contact Information:

Sciencelab.com, Inc.14025 Smith Rd.Houston, Texas 77396

US Sales: 1-800-901-7247International Sales: 1-281-441-4400

Order Online: ScienceLab.com

CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call:1-800-424-9300

International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887

For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition:

Name CAS # % by Weight

Acetone 67-64-1 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Acetone: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 5800 mg/kg [Rat]. 3000 mg/kg [Mouse]. 5340 mg/kg[Rabbit]. VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 50100 mg/m 8 hours [Rat]. 44000 mg/m 4 hours [Mouse].

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects:Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case ofskin contact (permeator).

Potential Chronic Health Effects:CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by ACGIH. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified Reproductive system/toxin/female,Reproductive system/toxin/male [SUSPECTED]. The substance is toxic to central nervous system (CNS). The substance maybe toxic to kidneys, the reproductive system, liver, skin. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce targetorgans damage.

Section 4: First Aid Measures

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Eye Contact:Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelidsopen. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.

Skin Contact:In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminatedclothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medicalattention.

Serious Skin Contact:Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical attention.

Inhalation:If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medicalattention if symptoms appear.

Serious Inhalation:Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Ifbreathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek medicalattention.

Ingestion:Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconsciousperson. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.

Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: Flammable.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: 465°C (869°F)

Flash Points: CLOSED CUP: -20°C (-4°F). OPEN CUP: -9°C (15.8°F) (Cleveland).

Flammable Limits: LOWER: 2.6% UPPER: 12.8%

Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).

Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Highly flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.

Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Slightly explosive in presence of openflames and sparks, of oxidizing materials, of acids.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:Flammable liquid, soluble or dispersed in water. SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam,water spray or fog.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.

Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards:Forms explosive mixtures with hydrogen peroxide, acetic acid, nitric acid, nitric acid + sulfuric acid, chromic anydride, chromylchloride, nitrosyl chloride, hexachloromelamine, nitrosyl perchlorate, nitryl perchlorate, permonosulfuric acid, thiodiglycol +hydrogen peroxide, potassium ter-butoxide, sulfur dichloride, 1-methyl-1,3-butadiene, bromoform, carbon, air, chloroform,thitriazylperchlorate.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill:Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container.

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Large Spill:Flammable liquid. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,sand or other non-combustible material. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confinedareas; dike if needed. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDSand with local authorities.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions:Keep locked up.. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Donot ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wearsuitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoidcontact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, alkalis.

Storage:Store in a segregated and approved area (flammables area) . Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep containertightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Keep away from direct sunlight and heat and avoid all possible sources of ignition(spark or flame).

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respectivethreshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location.

Personal Protection:Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoidinhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling thisproduct.

Exposure Limits:TWA: 500 STEL: 750 (ppm) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] TWA: 750 STEL: 1000 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL) [UnitedStates] TWA: 500 STEL: 1000 [Austalia] TWA: 1185 STEL: 2375 (mg/m3) [Australia] TWA: 750 STEL: 1500 (ppm) [UnitedKingdom (UK)] TWA: 1810 STEL: 3620 (mg/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)] TWA: 1800 STEL: 2400 from OSHA (PEL) [UnitedStates]Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Liquid.

Odor: Fruity. Mint-like. Fragrant. Ethereal

Taste: Pungent, Sweetish

Molecular Weight: 58.08 g/mole

Color: Colorless. Clear

pH (1% soln/water): Not available.

Boiling Point: 56.2°C (133.2°F)

Melting Point: -95.35 (-139.6°F)

Critical Temperature: 235°C (455°F)

Specific Gravity: 0.79 (Water = 1)

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Vapor Pressure: 24 kPa (@ 20°C)

Vapor Density: 2 (Air = 1)

Volatility: Not available.

Odor Threshold: 62 ppm

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: The product is more soluble in water; log(oil/water) = -0.2

Ionicity (in Water): Not available.

Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water.

Solubility: Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable.

Instability Temperature: Not available.

Conditions of Instability: Excess heat, ignition sources, exposure to moisture, air, or water, incompatible materials.

Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, alkalis.

Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.

Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.

Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.

Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation.

Toxicity to Animals:WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE. Acute oraltoxicity (LD50): 3000 mg/kg [Mouse]. Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 44000 mg/m3 4 hours [Mouse].

Chronic Effects on Humans:CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by ACGIH. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: ClassifiedReproductive system/toxin/female, Reproductive system/toxin/male [SUSPECTED]. Causes damage to the following organs:central nervous system (CNS). May cause damage to the following organs: kidneys, the reproductive system, liver, skin.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans:Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator).

Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.

Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:May affect genetic material (mutagenicity) based on studies with yeast (S. cerevisiae), bacteria, and hamster fibroblast cells.May cause reproductive effects (fertility) based upon animal studies. May contain trace amounts of benzene and formaldehydewhich may cancer and birth defects. Human: passes the placental barrier.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:Acute Potential Health Effects: Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Eyes: Causeseye irritation, characterized by a burning sensation, redness, tearing, inflammation, and possible corneal injury. Inhalation:Inhalation at high concentrations affects the sense organs, brain and causes respiratory tract irritation. It also may affect theCentral Nervous System (behavior) characterized by dizzness, drowsiness, confusion, headache, muscle weakeness, andpossibly motor incoordination, speech abnormalities, narcotic effects and coma. Inhalation may also affect the gastrointestinaltract (nausea, vomiting). Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive (gastrointestinal) tract (nausea, vomiting). It may also

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affect the Central Nevous System (behavior), characterized by depression, fatigue, excitement, stupor, coma, headache,altered sleep time, ataxia, tremors as well at the blood, liver, and urinary system (kidney, bladder, ureter) and endocrinesystem. May also have musculoskeletal effects. Chronic Potential Health Effects: Skin: May cause dermatitis. Eyes: Eyeirritation.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity:Ecotoxicity in water (LC50): 5540 mg/l 96 hours [Trout]. 8300 mg/l 96 hours [Bluegill]. 7500 mg/l 96 hours [Fatthead Minnow].0.1 ppm any hours [Water flea].

BOD5 and COD: Not available.

Products of Biodegradation:Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.

Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.

Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information

DOT Classification: CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.

Identification: : Acetone UNNA: 1090 PG: II

Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

Federal and State Regulations:California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to causereproductive harm (male) which would require a warning under the statute: Benzene California prop. 65: This product containsthe following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause birth defects which would require a warning underthe statute: Benzene California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California hasfound to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Benzene, Formaldehyde Connecticut hazardousmaterial survey.: Acetone Illinois toxic substances disclosure to employee act: Acetone Illinois chemical safety act: AcetoneNew York release reporting list: Acetone Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Acetone Pennsylvania RTK: AcetoneFlorida: Acetone Minnesota: Acetone Massachusetts RTK: Acetone Massachusetts spill list: Acetone New Jersey: AcetoneNew Jersey spill list: Acetone Louisiana spill reporting: Acetone California List of Hazardous Substances (8 CCR 339):Acetone TSCA 8(b) inventory: Acetone TSCA 4(a) final test rules: Acetone TSCA 8(a) IUR: Acetone

Other Regulations:OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). EINECS: This product is on theEuropean Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.

Other Classifications:

WHMIS (Canada):CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8°C (100°F). CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects(TOXIC).

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DSCL (EEC):R11- Highly flammable. R36- Irritating to eyes. S9- Keep container in a well-ventilated place. S16- Keep away from sources ofignition - No smoking. S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 2

Fire Hazard: 3

Reactivity: 0

Personal Protection: h

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):

Health: 1

Flammability: 3

Reactivity: 0

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:Gloves. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respiratorwhen ventilation is inadequate. Splash goggles.

Section 16: Other Information

References:-Material safety data sheet issued by: la Commission de la SantÃ© et de la SÃ©curitÃ© du Travail du QuÃ©bec. -The Sigma-Aldrich Library of Chemical Safety Data, Edition II. -Hawley, G.G.. The Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11e ed., New YorkN.Y., Van Nostrand Reinold, 1987. LOLI, RTECS, HSDB databases. Other MSDSs

Other Special Considerations: Not available.

Created: 10/10/2005 08:13 PM

Last Updated: 11/01/2010 12:00 PM

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Material Safety Data SheetCadmium MSDS


Product Name: Cadmium

Catalog Codes: SLC3484, SLC5272, SLC2482

CAS#: 7440-43-9

RTECS: EU9800000

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Cadmium


Synonym:

Chemical Name: Cadmium

Chemical Formula: Cd









Composition:


Cadmium 7440-43-9 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Cadmium: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2330 mg/kg [Rat.]. 890 mg/kg [Mouse]. DUST (LC50):Acute: 50 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat].


Potential Acute Health Effects:Hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, sensitizer), of eye contact(irritant). Severe over-exposure can result in death.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A2 (Suspected for human.) by ACGIH, 2 (Reasonably anticipated.) by NTP.MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Notavailable. The substance is toxic to kidneys, lungs, liver. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can producetarget organs damage. Repeated exposure to an highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by anaccumulation in one or many human organs.


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Eye Contact: No known effect on eye contact, rinse with water for a few minutes.

Skin Contact:After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with runningwater and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cover the irritated skin with anemollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.

Serious Skin Contact: Not available.

Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.

Serious Inhalation:Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Ifbreathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. WARNING: It maybe hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious orcorrosive. Seek immediate medical attention.

Ingestion:Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible indication thatthe toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar,tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.



Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.


Flash Points: Not available.

Flammable Limits: Not available.

Products of Combustion: Some metallic oxides.

Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:Non-flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat, of oxidizing materials, of reducing materials, of combustiblematerials, of moisture.

Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the product inpresence of static discharge: Not available.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards:Material in powder form, capable of creating a dust explosion. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes.

Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.


Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.

Large Spill:Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Be careful that the product is not present at aconcentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.


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Precautions:Keep locked up Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate theresidue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitableprotective clothing In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment If ingested, seek medical adviceimmediately and show the container or the label. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.

Storage:Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in acool, well-ventilated place. Highly toxic or infectious materials should be stored in a separate locked safety storage cabinet orroom.


Engineering Controls:Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommendedexposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminantsbelow the exposure limit.

Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.Gloves.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoidinhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling thisproduct.

Exposure Limits:TWA: 0.01 (ppm) Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.


Physical state and appearance: Solid. (Lustrous solid.)

Odor: Not available.

Taste: Not available.


Color: Silvery.

pH (1% soln/water): Not applicable.

Boiling Point: 765°C (1409°F)

Melting Point: 320.9°C (609.6°F)

Critical Temperature: Not available.


Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.

Vapor Density: Not available.


Odor Threshold: Not available.

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.


Dispersion Properties: Not available.

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Solubility: Insoluble in cold water, hot water, methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol.




Conditions of Instability: Not available.

Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents.

Corrosivity: Not considered to be corrosive for metals and glass.

Special Remarks on Reactivity: Reacts violently with potassium.


Polymerization: No.


Routes of Entry: Inhalation. Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals:WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE. Acute oraltoxicity (LD50): 890 mg/kg [Mouse]. Acute toxicity of the dust (LC50): 229.9 mg/m3 4 hour(s) [Rat].

Chronic Effects on Humans:CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A2 (Suspected for human.) by ACGIH, 2 (Reasonably anticipated.) by NTP. Thesubstance is toxic to kidneys, lungs, liver.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans:Hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, sensitizer).


Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: An allergen. 0047 Animal: embryotoxic, passes through the placentalbarrier.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: May cause allergic reactions, exzema and/or dehydration of the skin.


Ecotoxicity: Not available.



Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are as toxic as the original product.



Waste Disposal:


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DOT Classification:

Identification:

Special Provisions for Transport:


Federal and State Regulations:California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer,birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute: Cadmium California prop. 65: Thisproduct contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer which would requirea warning under the statute: Cadmium Pennsylvania RTK: Cadmium Massachusetts RTK: Cadmium TSCA 8(b) inventory:Cadmium SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Cadmium CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: Cadmium

Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).


WHMIS (Canada):CLASS D-1A: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (VERY TOXIC). CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxiceffects (VERY TOXIC).

DSCL (EEC):R26- Very toxic by inhalation. R45- May cause cancer.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 3

Fire Hazard: 1

Reactivity: 0

Personal Protection: E


Health: 3

Flammability: 1

Reactivity: 0

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respiratorwhen ventilation is inadequate. Safety glasses.


References:-Hawley, G.G.. The Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11e ed., New York N.Y., Van Nostrand Reinold, 1987. -Liste des produitspurs tératogènes, mutagènes, cancérogènes. Répertoire toxicologique de la Commission de la Santé et de la Sécurité duTravail du Québec. -Material safety data sheet emitted by: la Commission de la Santé et de la Sécurité du Travail du Québec.-SAX, N.I. Dangerous Properties of Indutrial Materials. Toronto, Van Nostrand Reinold, 6e ed. 1984. -The Sigma-AldrichLibrary of Chemical Safety Data, Edition II. -Guide de la loi et du règlement sur le transport des marchandises dangeureusesau canada. Centre de conformité internatinal Ltée. 1986.


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Material Safety Data SheetCopper MSDS


Product Name: Copper

Catalog Codes: SLC4939, SLC2152, SLC3943, SLC1150,SLC2941, SLC4729, SLC1936, SLC3727, SLC5515

CAS#: 7440-50-8

RTECS: GL5325000

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Copper

CI#: Not available.

Synonym:

Chemical Name: Not available.

Chemical Formula: Cu









Composition:


Copper 7440-50-8 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Copper LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.


Potential Acute Health Effects:Very hazardous in case of ingestion. Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case ofskin contact (irritant).

Potential Chronic Health Effects:CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes. Repeated or prolongedexposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.


Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.

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Skin Contact:After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with runningwater and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cover the irritated skin with anemollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.



Serious Inhalation: Not available.

Ingestion:Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, performmouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.




Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.




Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.



Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.



Small Spill:Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water onthe contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.

Large Spill:Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on thecontaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not present at aconcentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.


Precautions:Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under afume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes Wear suitable protectiveclothing In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment If you feel unwell, seek medical attention andshow the label when possible.

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Storage:Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in acool, well-ventilated place. Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat and away from strong oxidizingagents.



Personal Protection:Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.


Exposure Limits:TWA: 1 (mg/m3) from ACGIH [1990] Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.


Physical state and appearance: Solid.




Color: Not available.



Melting Point: 1083°C (1981.4°F)










Solubility: Insoluble in cold water.


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Incompatibility with various substances: Not available.




Polymerization: No.


Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals:LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.

Chronic Effects on Humans: The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans:Very hazardous in case of ingestion. Hazardous in case of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).


Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Human: passes through the placenta, excreted in maternal milk.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.





Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are as toxic as the original product.



Waste Disposal:


DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States).

Identification: Not applicable.

Special Provisions for Transport: Marine Pollutant


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Federal and State Regulations:Pennsylvania RTK: Copper Massachusetts RTK: Copper TSCA 8(b) inventory: Copper CERCLA: Hazardous substances.:Copper



WHMIS (Canada): CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).

DSCL (EEC): R36- Irritating to eyes.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 2

Fire Hazard: 1

Reactivity: 0



Health: 2

Flammability: 1

Reactivity: 0

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respiratorwhen ventilation is inadequate. Splash goggles.


References: Not available.


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Material Safety Data SheetLead MSDS


Product Name: Lead

Catalog Codes: SLL1291, SLL1669, SLL1081, SLL1459,SLL1834

CAS#: 7439-92-1

RTECS: OF7525000

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Lead

CI#: Not available.

Synonym: Lead Metal, granular; Lead Metal, foil; LeadMetal, sheet; Lead Metal, shot

Chemical Name: Lead

Chemical Formula: Pb









Composition:


Lead 7439-92-1 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Lead LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.


Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, ofinhalation.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator). CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A3 (Proven for animal.) byACGIH, 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance may be toxic to blood, kidneys, central nervous system (CNS).Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.


Eye Contact:

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Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.

Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.


Inhalation:If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medicalattention.


Ingestion:Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconsciousperson. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar,tie, belt or waistband.




Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.




Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Non-flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of shocks, ofheat.



Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: When heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of lead.






Precautions:Keep locked up.. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporatethe residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable

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protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Keep away fromincompatibles such as oxidizing agents.

Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.





Exposure Limits:TWA: 0.05 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] TWA: 0.05 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] TWA: 0.03 (mg/m3) from NIOSH [United States] TWA: 0.05 (mg/m3) [Canada]Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.


Physical state and appearance: Solid. (Metal solid.)




Color: Bluish-white. Silvery. Gray



Melting Point: 327.43°C (621.4°F)










Solubility: Insoluble in cold water.


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Conditions of Instability: Incompatible materials, excess heat

Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents.


Special Remarks on Reactivity:Can react vigorously with oxidizing materials. Incompatible with sodium carbide, chlorine trifluoride, trioxane + hydrogenperoxide, ammonium nitrate, sodium azide, disodium acetylide, sodium acetylide, hot concentrated nitric acid, hotconcentrated hydrochloric acid, hot concentrated sulfuric acid, zirconium.




Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Inhalation. Ingestion.


Chronic Effects on Humans:CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A3 (Proven for animal.) by ACGIH, 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC. May causedamage to the following organs: blood, kidneys, central nervous system (CNS).

Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.


Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:Acute Potential: Skin: Lead metal granules or dust: May cause skin irritation by mechanical action. Lead metal foil, shot orsheets: Not likely to cause skin irritation Eyes: Lead metal granules or dust: Can irritate eyes by mechanical action. Leadmetal foil, shot or sheets: No hazard. Will not cause eye irritation. Inhalation: In an industrial setting, exposure to lead mainlyoccurs from inhalation of dust or fumes. Lead dust or fumes: Can irritate the upper respiratory tract (nose, throat) as well asthe bronchi and lungsby mechanical action. Lead dust can be absorbed through the respiratory system. However, inhaledlead does not accumulate in the lungs. All of an inhaled dose is eventually abssorbed or transferred to the gastrointestinaltract. Inhalation effects of exposure to fumes or dust of inorganic lead may not develop quickly. Symptoms may includemetallic taste, chest pain, decreased physical fitness, fatigue, sleep disturbance, headache, irritability, reduces memory,mood and personality changes, aching bones and muscles, constipation, abdominal pains, decreasing appetite. Inhalationof large amounts may lead to ataxia, deliriuim, convulsions/seizures, coma, and death. Lead metal foil, shot, or sheets:Not an inhalation hazard unless metal is heated. If metal is heated, fumes will be released. Inhalation of these fumes maycause "fume metal fever", which is characterized by flu-like symptoms. Symptoms may include metallic taste, fever, nausea,vomiting, chills, cough, weakness, chest pain, generalized muscle pain/aches, and increased white blood cell count. Ingestion:Lead metal granules or dust: The symptoms of lead poisoning include abdominal pain or cramps (lead cholic), spasms,nausea, vomiting, headache, muscle weakness, hallucinations, distorted perceptions, "lead line" on the gums, metallic taste,loss of appetite, insomnia, dizziness and other symptoms similar to that of inhalation. Acute poisoning may result in highlead levels in the blood and urine, shock, coma and death in extreme cases. Lead metal foil, shot or sheets: Not an ingestionhazard for usual industrial handling.




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Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.







Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.


Federal and State Regulations:California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer,birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute: Lead California prop. 65: Thisproduct contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause reproductive harm (female)which would require a warning under the statute: Lead California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients forwhich the State of California has found to cause reproductive harm (male) which would require a warning under the statute:Lead California prop. 65 (no significant risk level): Lead: 0.0005 mg/day (value) California prop. 65: This product contains thefollowing ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause birth defects which would require a warning underthe statute: Lead California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has foundto cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Lead Connecticut hazardous material survey.: Lead Illinoistoxic substances disclosure to employee act: Lead Illinois chemical safety act: Lead New York release reporting list: LeadRhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Lead Pennsylvania RTK: Lead



WHMIS (Canada): CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).

DSCL (EEC):R20/22- Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. R33- Danger of cumulative effects. R61- May cause harm to the unborn child.R62- Possible risk of impaired fertility. S36/37- Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S44- If you feel unwell, seekmedical advice (show the label when possible). S53- Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 1

Fire Hazard: 0

Reactivity: 0



Health: 1

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Flammability: 0

Reactivity: 0

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respiratorwhen ventilation is inadequate. Safety glasses.




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Material Safety Data SheetManganese MSDS


Product Name: Manganese

Catalog Codes: SLM2245

CAS#: 7439-96-5

RTECS: OO9275000

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Manganese

CI#: Not available.

Synonym:

Chemical Name: Manganese

Chemical Formula: Mn









Composition:


Manganese 7439-96-5 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Manganese: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 9000 mg/kg [Rat].


Potential Acute Health Effects:Hazardous in case of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance may be toxic to blood, lungs, brain, central nervous system(CNS). Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.


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Ingestion:Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconsciousperson. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.



Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable.

Flash Points: Not applicable.

Flammable Limits: Not applicable.

Products of Combustion: Not available.

Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable.


Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards:Moderate fire potential, in the form of dust or powder, when exposed to flame. When manganese if heated in the vaporof phosphorus at a very dull red heat, union occurs with incandescence. Concentrated nitric acid reacts with powderedmanganese with incandescence and explosion. Powdered manganese ignites in chlorine.

Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Moderate explosion potential, in the form of dust or powder, when exposed toflame.





Precautions:Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitablerespiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Keep away fromincompatibles such as oxidizing agents, reducing agents.

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Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above





Exposure Limits:TWA: 0.1 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] TWA: 5 (mg/m3) [Canada] TWA: 1 STEL: 3 (mg/m3) from NIOSH[United States] TWA: 5 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.


Physical state and appearance: Solid.

Odor: Odorless.



Color: Grayish white.













Solubility: Insoluble in cold water, hot water.



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Conditions of Instability: Incompatible materials

Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents.


Special Remarks on Reactivity:Superficially oxidized on exposure to air. Reacts with aqueous solutions of sodium or potassium bicarbonate. Reacts withdilute mineral acids with evolution of hydrogen and formation of divalent manganous salts. Reacts with fluorine and chlorine toproduce di or tri fluoride, and di and tri chloride, respectively. In the form of powder, it reduces most metallic oxides on heating.On heating, it reacts directly with carbon, phosphorus, antimony, or arsenic. Also incompatible with hydroxides, cyanides,carbonates.





Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 9000 mg/kg [Rat].

Chronic Effects on Humans: May cause damage to the following organs: blood, lungs, brain, central nervous system (CNS).

Other Toxic Effects on Humans:Hazardous in case of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion.


Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:Manganese can cross the placenta. May cause cancer (tumorigenic) based on animal data.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:Acute Potential Health Effects: Skin: May cause skin irritaiton Eyes: Dust may cause mechanical irritation. Inhalation: Dustmay cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause "Metal Fume Fever" which may include flu-like symptoms (fever, chills,upset stomach, vomiting, weakness, headache, body aches, muscle pains, dry mouth and throat, coughing, tightness ofthe chest). May affect behavior/Central Nervous system (change in motor activity, torpor, nervousness, tremor, yawning,mood swings, irritability, restlessness, fatigue, headache, apathy, languor, insomnia than somnolence, hallucinations,delusions, uncontrollable laughter followed by crying, compulsions, aggressivness, weakness in legs, memory loss, decreasedlibido, impotence, salivation, hearing loss, slow gait, ), and respiration (dyspnea, shallow respiration, cyanosis, alveolarinflammation). Ingestion: Repeated or prolonged exposure from ingestion may affect brain (degenerative changes), bloodand metabolism. Ingestion: May cause digestive tract irritation. There is a low gastrointesitnal absorption of manganese.Chronic Potential Health Effects: Inhalation: Repeated or prolonged exposure from inhalation may affect brain (degeneratiavechanges), behavior/Central Nervous system with symptoms to acute exposure. May also affect liver (chronic liver disease,jaundice) Ingestion: Repeated or prolonged exposure from ingestion may affect brain, blood and metabolism





Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.


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Federal and State Regulations:Illinois toxic substances disclosure to employee act: Manganese Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: ManganesePennsylvania RTK: Manganese Minnesota: Manganese Massachusetts RTK: Manganese New Jersey: Manganese NewJersey spill list: Manganese Louisiana spill reporting: Manganese California Director's List of Hazardous Substances:Manganese TSCA 8(b) inventory: Manganese SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Manganese



WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).

DSCL (EEC): Not applicable.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 1

Fire Hazard: 0

Reactivity: 0



Health: 1

Flammability: 0

Reactivity: 0

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Safety glasses.




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Material Safety Data SheetNickel AA Standard MSDS


Product Name: Nickel AA Standard

Catalog Codes: SLN2371

CAS#: Mixture.

RTECS: Not applicable.

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Nickel; Nitric acid, 70%; Water


Synonym:

Chemical Name: Not applicable.

Chemical Formula: Not applicable.









Composition:


Nickel 7440-02-0 0.1

Water 7732-18-5 98.5

Nitric acid, fuming 7697-37-2 1.4

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Nickel: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 5000 mg/kg [Rat]. 5000 mg/kg [Guinea pig]. Nitric acid,fuming: VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 67 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat].


Potential Acute Health Effects:Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Liquid orspray mist may produce tissue damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract. Skin contactmay produce burns. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing,choking, or shortness of breath. Severe over-exposure can result in death.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Non-sensitizer for skin. CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A1 (Confirmed for human.) by ACGIH, 1 (Proven for human.) byIARC, + (PROVEN) by OSHA [Nickel]. Classified 2 (Reasonably anticipated.) by NTP [Nickel]. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Notavailable. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance is toxic

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to lungs, the nervous system, mucous membranes. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce targetorgans damage. Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation.Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks of bronchialinfection. Repeated exposure to an highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation inone or many human organs.


Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.

Skin Contact:If the chemical got onto the clothed portion of the body, remove the contaminated clothes as quickly as possible, protectingyour own hands and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical got on the victim's exposed skin, suchas the hands : Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularlycareful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothingbefore reusing.

Serious Skin Contact:Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate medicalattention.


Serious Inhalation:Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Ifbreathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. WARNING: It maybe hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious orcorrosive. Seek immediate medical attention.

Ingestion:Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible indication thatthe toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar,tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.



Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable.

Flash Points: Not applicable.

Flammable Limits: Not applicable.


Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable.

Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the product inpresence of static discharge: Not available. Slightly explosive to explosive in presence of reducing materials, of combustiblematerials, of organic materials.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.



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Small Spill:Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. If necessary: Neutralize the residuewith a dilute solution of sodium carbonate.

Large Spill:Corrosive liquid. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get waterinside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Prevent entry into sewers,basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal. Neutralize the residue with a dilute solution ofsodium carbonate. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS andwith local authorities.


Precautions:Keep locked up Keep container dry. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapour/spray. Never add water to this product Incase of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show thecontainer or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes Keep away from incompatibles such as alkalis. May corrode metallicsurfaces. Store in a metallic or coated fiberboard drum using a strong polyethylene inner package.

Storage:May corrode metallic surfaces. Store in a metallic or coated fiberboard drum using a strong polyethylene inner package.Corrosive materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room.


Engineering Controls:Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respectivethreshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location.

Personal Protection:Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves. Boots.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoidinhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling thisproduct.

Exposure Limits:Nickel TWA: 1 (mg/m3) Nitric acid, fuming TWA: 2 CEIL: 4 (ppm) TWA: 5 CEIL: 10 (mg/m3) Consult local authorities foracceptable exposure limits.


Physical state and appearance: Liquid. (Clear)

Odor: Disagreeable and choking.


Molecular Weight: Not applicable.

Color: Clear White or light-green.

pH (1% soln/water): Acidic.

Boiling Point: The lowest known value is 82.6°C (180.7°F) (Nitric acid, fuming). Weighted average: 99.76°C (211.6°F)

Melting Point: May start to solidify at -41.6°C (-42.9°F) based on data for: Nitric acid, fuming.

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Specific Gravity: Weighted average: 1 (Water = 1)

Vapor Pressure:The highest known value is 45 mm of Hg (@ 20°C) (Nitric acid, fuming). Weighted average: 17.92 mm of Hg (@ 20°C)

Vapor Density: The highest known value is 0.62 (Air = 1) (Water).


Odor Threshold: The highest known value is 0.29 ppm (Nitric acid, fuming)

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: The product is insoluble in water and oil.


Dispersion Properties: Is not dispersed in cold water, hot water.

Solubility: Insoluble in cold water, hot water, methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol.





Incompatibility with various substances:Highly reactive with alkalis. Slightly reactive to reactive with reducing agents, combustible materials, organic materials, metals,acids.

Corrosivity:Highly corrosive in presence of aluminum, of zinc, of copper. Corrosive in presence of steel. Slightly corrosive to corrosive inpresence of stainless steel(304), of stainless steel(316). Non-corrosive in presence of glass.



Polymerization: No.


Routes of Entry: Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals:WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE. Acute toxicityof the vapor (LC50): 4786 ppm 4 hour(s) (Rat) (Calculated value for the mixture).

Chronic Effects on Humans:CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A1 (Confirmed for human.) by ACGIH, 1 (Proven for human.) by IARC, + (PROVEN)by OSHA [Nickel]. Classified 2 (Reasonably anticipated.) by NTP [Nickel]. The substance is toxic to lungs, the nervous system,mucous membranes.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant, permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.



Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.


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Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.



Waste Disposal:


DOT Classification: CLASS 8: Corrosive liquid.

Identification: : Nitric acid, solution (Nitric acid, fuming) : UN2031 PG: II

Special Provisions for Transport: Marine Pollutant


Federal and State Regulations:California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer,birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute: Nickel California prop. 65: Thisproduct contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer which would require awarning under the statute: Nickel Pennsylvania RTK: Nickel; Nitric acid, 70% Massachusetts RTK: Nickel; Nitric acid, 70%TSCA 8(b) inventory: Nickel; Nitric acid, 70%; Water SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: Nitric acid,70% SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Nickel; Nitric acid, 70% CERCLA: Hazardous substances.:Nickel; Nitric acid, 70%;



WHMIS (Canada):CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC). CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.

DSCL (EEC):R23- Toxic by inhalation. R35- Causes severe burns. R45- May cause cancer.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 2

Fire Hazard: 0

Reactivity: 0

Personal Protection:


Health: 2

Flammability: 0

Reactivity: 0

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Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:Gloves. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respiratorwhen ventilation is inadequate. Face shield.




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Last Updated: 11/01/2010 12:00 PM


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Material Safety Data SheetZinc Metal MSDS


Product Name: Zinc Metal

Catalog Codes: SLZ1054, SLZ1159, SLZ1267, SLZ1099,SLZ1204

CAS#: 7440-66-6

RTECS: ZG8600000

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Zinc Metal


Synonym: Zinc Metal Sheets; Zinc Metal Shot; Zinc MetalStrips

Chemical Name: Zinc Metal

Chemical Formula: Zn









Composition:


Zinc Metal 7440-66-6 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Zinc Metal LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.


Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, ofinhalation.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.


Eye Contact:Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.

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Ingestion:Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconsciousperson. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar,tie, belt or waistband.



Flammability of the Product: Flammable.





Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat, of oxidizing materials, of acids, of alkalis, ofmoisture. Non-flammable in presence of shocks.


Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:Flammable solid. SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray or fog. Cool containing vesselswith water jet in order to prevent pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards:Zinc + NaOH causes ignition. Oxidation of zinc by potassium proceeds with incandescence. Residues from zinc dust /aceticacid reduction operations may ignite after long delay if discarded into waste bins with paper. Incandescent reaction when Zincand Arsenic or Tellurium, or Selenium are combined. When hydrazine mononitrate is heated in contact with zinc, a flammingdecomposition occurs at temperatures a little above its melting point. Contact with acids and alkali hydroxides (sodiumhydroxide, postasium hydroxide, calcium hydroxide, etc.) results in evolution of hydrogen with sufficient heat of reaction toignite the hydrogen gas. Zinc foil ignites if traces of moisture are present. It is water reactive and produces flammable gaseson contact with water. It may ignite on contact with water or moist air.




Large Spill:Flammable solid that, in contact with water, emits flammable gases. Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside container.Do not touch spilled material. Cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Prevent entry into sewers,basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition sources. Call for assistance on disposal. Finish cleaning byspreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.

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Precautions:Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust.Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis, moisture.

Storage:Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep from any possible contact with water. Donot allow water to get into container because of violent reaction.





Exposure Limits: Not available.


Physical state and appearance: Solid. (Lustrous solid. Metal solid.)




Color: Bluish-grey


Boiling Point: 907°C (1664.6°F)



Specific Gravity: Not available.








Solubility: Insoluble in cold water, hot water, methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol, acetone.

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Conditions of Instability: Excess heat, incompatible materials, moisture

Incompatibility with various substances:Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis. Slightly reactive to reactive with moisture. The product may react violently withwater to emit flammable but non toxic gases.


Special Remarks on Reactivity:Incompatible with acids, halogenated hydrocarbons, NH4NO3, barium oxide, Ba(NO3)2, Cadmium, CS2, chlorates, Cl2,CrO3, F2, Hydroxylamine, Pb(N3)2, MnCl2, HNO3, performic acid, KClO3, KNO3, N2O2, Selenium, NaClO3, Na2O2, Sulfur,Te, water, (NH4)2S, As2O3, CS2, CaCl2, chlorinated rubber, catalytic metals, halocarbons, o-nitroanisole, nitrobenzene,nonmetals, oxidants, paint primer base, pentacarbonoyliron, transition metal halides, seleninyl bromide, HCl, H2SO4, (Mg+Ba(NO3)2 +BaO2), (ethyl acetoacetate +tribromoneopentyl alcohol. Contact with Alkali Hydroxides(Sodium Hydroxide,Potassium Hydroxide, Calcium Hydroxide, etc) results in evolution of hydrogen. Ammonium nitrate + zinc + water causes aviolent reaction with evolution of steam and zinc oxide. May react with water.






Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.



Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:Acute Potential Health Effects: Skin: May cause skin irritation. Dermal exposure to zinc may produce leg pains, fatigue,anorexia and weight loss. Eyes: May cause eye irritation. Ingestion: May be harmul if swallowed. May cause digestive tractirritation with tightness in throat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, malaise, abdominal pain. fever, and chills.May affect behavior/central nervous system and autonomic nervous system with ataxia, lethargy, staggering gait, mildderrangement in cerebellar function, lightheadness, dizzness, irritability, muscular stiffness, and pain. May also affect blood.Inhalation: Inhalation of zinc dust or fumes may cause respiratory tract and mucous membrane irritation with cough and chestpain. It can also cause "metal fume fever", a flu-like condition characterized appearance of chills, headached fever, maliase,fatigue, sweating, extreme thirst, aches in the legs and chest, and difficulty in breathing. A sweet taste may also be be presentin metal fume fever, as well as a dry throat, aches, nausea, and vomiting, and pale grey cyanosis. The toxicological propertiesof this substance have not been fully investisgated.





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Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.









Federal and State Regulations:New York release reporting list: Zinc Metal Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Zinc Metal Pennsylvania RTK: ZincMetal Florida: Zinc Metal Michigan critical material: Zinc Metal Massachusetts RTK: Zinc Metal New Jersey: Zinc MetalCalifornia Director's List of Hazardous Substances: Zinc Metal TSCA 8(b) inventory: Zinc Metal TSCA 12(b) one time export:Zinc Metal SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Zinc Metal CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: ZincMetal: 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)

Other Regulations: EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.


WHMIS (Canada): Not Available

DSCL (EEC):R15- Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. R17- Spontaneously flammable in air. S7/8- Keep containertightly closed and dry.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 1

Fire Hazard: 1

Reactivity: 1



Health: 0

Flammability: 1

Reactivity: 1

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Safety glasses.


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Created: 10/10/2005 12:18 AM

Last Updated: 11/01/2010 12:00 PM


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